gjithështu

Gjithështu is an Albanian word that translates to "universally," "entirely," "wholly," or "altogether" in English. It is used to convey a sense of completeness or encompassing everything within a particular context. The word can modify adjectives, adverbs, or verbs, indicating that the action or quality applies to all aspects or members of a group.

For example, in a sentence like "Ai e pranoi gabimin gjithështu," it means "He admitted the mistake entirely" or "He wholly admitted the mistake." Here, gjithështu emphasizes the completeness of his admission, leaving no room for doubt or partial acceptance. Similarly, if one were to say "Ata ishin gjithështu dakord," it would translate to "They were altogether in agreement" or "They were universally in agreement," signifying unanimous consent.

The word is derived from "gjithë" meaning "all" and a suffix that indicates a manner or state. Its usage is common in both formal and informal Albanian, contributing to the expressive capacity of the language by offering a precise way to denote totality. Understanding gjithështu helps in grasping the nuances of how completeness and universality are expressed in Albanian.