Vërtetat

Vërtetat is the Albanian plural noun meaning "truths." It is derived from the noun vërtetë, which denotes truth or veracity. In standard Albanian, vërtetat is used to refer to multiple truths or to a set of facts established as true in a given context. The singular equivalent is e vërteta, meaning “the truth.” The word appears across domains—journalism, law, philosophy, and everyday speech—where speakers discuss accuracy, evidence, and honesty.

In usage, vërtetat can describe statements, propositions, or events that correspond to reality. It is common in discussions of veracity, such as when contrasting true and false claims or when presenting confirmed information. The term also occurs in idiomatic expressions and literary or rhetorical contexts to emphasize factuality or reliability.

Philosophically, Albanian discussions of truth often engage with broad theories such as correspondence, coherence, or pragmatism, using the same concepts found in other languages. In social and legal contexts, vërtetat is employed to differentiate what is supported by evidence from what is conjecture or misinformation. Culturally, the related concept e vërteta carries moral weight, connecting truth with honesty and trust in interpersonal relations.

See also: e vërteta; vërtetë; besë (truthfulness, trust); epistemologji (epistemology).