kërkosh

Kërkosh is an Albanian verb meaning to search, to seek, or to request. It is the infinitive form of the verb commonly used to express looking for something, obtaining information, or asking for help or permission. The sense can be literal (searching for an object) or figurative (seeking advice, an answer, or forgiveness).

Etymology and related forms: Kërkosh derives from the Albanian root kërk-, related to the noun kërkim, meaning search or inquiry. The verb is part of standard Albanian and has everyday and formal uses. The root also appears in related words such as kërkim (search/inquiry) and kërkesë (request).

Usage and examples: The verb is transitive and versatile, appearing in contexts such as seeking information, assistance, or permission. Examples in language use include: “Duhet të kërkosh ndihmë” (you should seek help) and “Ai kërkon një përgjigje” (he seeks an answer). In subordinate clauses, the infinitive form appears after certain particles or in the present subjunctive: “Është e nevojshme që ti të kërkosh informacionin” (it is necessary that you seek the information).

Conjugation note: In simple present tense, Albanian forms include unë kërkoj (I seek) and ti kërkon (you seek). The form kërkosh appears as the infinitive and as part of the subjunctive mood in clauses introduced by që or after modals. Dialectal variations may occur, but the core meanings remain the same.

See also: kërkoj, kërkim, kërkesë.