mbledhjen

Mbledhjen is an Albanian noun that denotes a gathering or assembly. It refers to a group of people who come together for a shared purpose, which can range from formal proceedings to informal meetings. The term can apply to political bodies, such as parliamentary sessions or party congresses, as well as to community, organizational, religious, or cultural gatherings.

Linguistically, mbledhjen is derived from the verb mbledh- meaning “to gather,” with a nominalizing suffix that marks a specific type of gathering or event. The related form mbledhje generally refers to the act or concept of gathering, while mbledhjen represents the definite or context-specific form used in certain grammatical constructions. In everyday use, phrases like mbledhja e përgjithshme (the general assembly) or mbledhja e këshillit (the council meeting) are common, illustrating the range of contexts in which the word appears.

Usage and distinctions: mbledhjen is employed when the gathering is the focus of discussion or when it is referred to as a particular, identifiable event. It commonly appears in official documents, news reports, and formal discourse, but it is also found in everyday speech to describe a community meeting or a ceremonial assembly. Related terms include mbledhje (gathering/assembly as a concept) and tubim (rally or gathering), which can vary in nuance depending on formality and context.

See also: mbledhje, tubim, mbledhës.