shfrytëzuan

The Albanian word "shfrytëzuan" translates to "they exploited" or "they took advantage of" in English. It is the third-person plural past tense of the verb "shfrytëzoj," which means to exploit, utilize, or make use of. This word can be used in various contexts, often carrying a negative connotation when referring to the unfair or unethical taking advantage of a person, resource, or situation.

For example, "punëtorët u shfrytëzuan" would mean "the workers were exploited," implying they were subjected to unfair labor practices or low wages. Similarly, "natyrën e shfrytëzuan pa kriter" translates to "they exploited nature without limit," indicating unsustainable or harmful resource depletion. The term can also be used in a more neutral sense, meaning to make effective use of something, such as "shfrytëzuan mundësinë" which means "they seized the opportunity." However, the prevalent usage leans towards negative exploitation.