mbetje

Mbetje is an Albanian noun meaning "remains" or "leftovers." It refers to material that remains after part of something has been used, consumed, or removed. The term can denote physical remnants such as debris or residues, as well as more general leftovers produced by a process.

Etymology and form: The word derives from the verb mbet, meaning "to remain," and uses a nominalizing suffix to express the result or content of remaining. The form is used across different contexts to indicate what is left behind.

Usage and contexts: In everyday Albanian, mbetje is used for leftovers of meals (for example, mbetjet e ushqimit) as well as for waste or residues from various activities. In professional contexts, it appears in phrases describing archaeological remains (mbetjet arkeologjike), geological deposits, environmental waste, and cultural heritage remnants. The term is common in discussions of disposal, preservation, and the study of past or residual material.

See also: Albanian language; Archaeology; Waste management; Cultural heritage.