njëjtë

"njëjtë" is an Albanian word that translates to "one" in English, specifically referring to the singular form of the number one. It is used in both spoken and written Albanian to denote a single entity or item. The word is part of the Albanian numeral system, which follows a pattern influenced by Latin and other Indo-European languages.

In Albanian, numerals are often used in conjunction with nouns to specify quantities. For example, "një libër" means "one book," where "një" agrees with the noun in gender and number. Albanian, like many Romance languages, distinguishes between masculine and feminine forms of adjectives and articles, but the numeral "njëjtë" remains neutral in gender, functioning as a standalone number.

The word "njëjtë" is also used in compound numbers, such as "dyjëjtë" (two), though it is less common in modern usage compared to the simpler "dy." In older or more formal contexts, "njëjtë" may appear in phrases like "njëjtë ditë" (one day) or "njëjtë orë" (one hour). Its usage reflects the broader linguistic structure of Albanian, where numbers often integrate seamlessly into grammatical constructions.

Albanian numerals, including "njëjtë," are pronounced with distinct phonetic features, such as the soft "j" sound in "një." The word is written without a capital letter unless it begins a sentence. Its simplicity and direct translation make it accessible to learners of the Albanian language, serving as a foundational element in numerical communication.