Qetësisë

Qetësisë is the genitive singular form of the Albanian noun qetësia, which denotes tranquility, quietness, or serenity. The base term qetësia refers to a state of calm in mind or surroundings, and qetësisë surfaces when the noun is used with prepositions or in possessive constructions, for example në qetësinë e natës or fjalët e qetësisë.

Etymology and form: qetësia derives from the root qetë, meaning calm or peaceful, with the abstract-noun suffix -si and the definite article -a. The genitive or prepositional form qetësisë marks possession or association, and it appears in phrases that express “of the tranquility,” “to the calm,” or related relations within a sentence.

Usage and nuance: In everyday language, qetësinë and qetësia cover both external quiet and inner peace. The term is common in literature, philosophy, and spiritual discourse to describe mental balance, serenity, or an undisturbed environment. Typical expressions include qetësia mentale (mental tranquility), qetësia shpirtërore (spiritual peace), dhe qetësinë e natës (the quiet of night). While closely related to paqja, which emphasizes broader peace, qetësia often conveys a more intimate or sustained calmness.

See also: qetësi, paqja, qetësia shpirtërore. The concept occupies a stable place in Albanian cultural and linguistic usage, appearing in idioms, poetry, and everyday speech to articulate the experience of peace, stillness, and composure.