kërkimi

Kërkimi is a noun in Albanian meaning the act of seeking or searching, as well as a broader sense of pursuit or quest. It can refer to the physical act of looking for something, to the process of gathering information, or to non-material pursuits such as the pursuit of truth or meaning.

Etymology: The word is derived from the verb kërkoj, "to seek," and is formed with a standard nominalizing suffix; the definite form is kërkimi and the plural is kërkimet.

Semantic scope: It covers literal searches (kërkimi i gjërave të humbura, the search for lost items) and figurative endeavors (kërkimi i të vërtetës, the search for truth). In journalism and science, it can denote investigative efforts or rigorous inquiry. In philosophy and theology, it may describe the lifelong quest for understanding or purpose.

Usage notes: Often paired with adjectives or nouns to specify domain, such as kërkimi shkencor (scientific search/inquiry), kërkimi historik (historical search), or kërkimi për drejtësinë. The term is common in prose, academic writing, and media.

See also: kërkimet; hetim; eksplorim.