ndërfjalore

Ndërfjalor is a type of dictionary that provides cross-linguistic connections between words and phrases in different languages, facilitating translation and cross-cultural understanding. The term derives from the prefix ndër- meaning between or among, and fjalor, meaning dictionary or lexicon.

Ndërfjalorët can be bilingual or multilingual. Each entry typically presents a headword in one language, translations or equivalents in other languages, and information on part of speech, sense, usage notes, pronunciation, and sometimes etymology. Many such dictionaries also include example sentences, collocations, and notes on regional or stylistic variation to help disambiguate meaning. They are used by language learners, translators, researchers, and professionals to bridge languages and resolve polysemy.

Types and scope: general ndërfjalorë connect Albanian with other languages, such as English, Italian, or French, while specialized inter-dictionaries focus on particular domains like law, medicine, or technology. Some inter-dictionaries are comprehensive and multilingual, while others are more limited in scope. They may be printed, online, or integrated into learning and translation tools.

Role and development: in the Albanian lexicographic tradition, ndërfjalorët have supported language learning, translation, and terminology standardization. With the rise of digital publishing, many are now available online with search features, cross-references, and corpus-based data, which can improve coverage and speed up lookups while presenting editorial notes about word sense, frequency, and usage.

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