Qenësishëm

Qenësishëm is an Albanian adjective meaning dog-like or canine-related. It describes features, behaviors, or qualities that resemble those of dogs. The word is formed from the noun qen (dog) with a derivational suffix that marks resemblance or relation, and it is used primarily in descriptive or scientific writing when a precise comparison to canine traits is desired.

In terms of usage, qenësishëm conveys a closer or more specific likeness to dogs than more general phrasing might. In everyday Albanian, speakers often express the idea with phrases such as i ngjashëm me një qen (dog-like) or by describing the trait directly without invoking dogs. The term tends to appear in contexts like zoological descriptions, veterinary texts, or discussions of animal behavior, where a canine reference adds clarity.

Etymology and nuance: the word is built from the root qen (dog) and a derivational suffix that signals resemblance or relation. Because it is relatively specialized, it is more common in formal or technical prose than in casual speech. The term can carry a concrete meaning (physical or behavioral traits) as well as a figurative one (traits culturally associated with dogs, such as loyalty or vigilance).

See also: Qen (dog).