Zhvillime

Zhvillime is an Albanian noun meaning development or developments. It denotes processes of growth, change, or progress in various domains such as the economy, society, technology, or urban planning. The term is commonly used to refer to ongoing changes as well as notable events or trends, for example in phrases like zhvillimet e fundit (“the latest developments”).

Etymology and form: Zhvillime is the plural form of zhvillim, which means development or the act of developing. It is derived from the verb zhvilloj (to develop). Albanian nouns formed with the suffix -im typically have corresponding plural forms with -ime, hence zhvillim → zhvillime.

Usage and contexts: The word appears in political, economic, scientific, and cultural discourse, as well as in journalism and public debate. It can describe broad trajectories such as sustainable development, urban development, or technological developments, or refer to specific recent changes. Examples include: “Zhvillimet politike në vend janë të ndërlikuara” (The political developments in the country are complex) and “Zhvillimet teknologjike kanë ndryshuar mënyrën tonë të punës” (Technological developments have changed our way of working).

Related terms: Common collocations include zhvillim ekonomik (economic development), zhvillim urban, zhvillim social, and zhvillim i qëndrueshëm (sustainable development). The term is versatile and widely used across formal and informal registers in Albanian-language texts.