shpërblej

Shpërblej is an Albanian verb meaning to reward, compensate, or remunerate someone for actions, services, or contributions. It is a transitive verb used to acknowledge merit or gratitude, often with the aim of recognizing effort or achievement. The corresponding noun is shpërblim, which denotes a reward, prize, or compensation. The verb forms with standard Albanian endings and its past participle is shpërbluar, used in perfect tenses (for example, Ai është shpërbluar me medalje).

Usage and nuances: Shpërblej is commonly employed in both everyday and formal contexts to indicate providing a reward or recognition. It can refer to monetary bonuses, material gifts, or symbolic honors, as well as non-material acknowledgments. The construction typically involves an indirect argument specifying the reason with për (for) and a direct object representing the recipient. For example: Drejtori do të shpërblejë punonjësit me një bonus për arritjet e tyre. Ai shpërbleu punonjësin për ndihmën e tij të palodhur.

Related terms: Shpërblim (noun) denotes the reward itself, while the verb is part of a broader family of Albanian verbs formed with the -ej suffix. In different tenses, forms adjust for person and number (e.g., do të shpërblej, shpërblejmë, shpërblejnë).

See also: shpërblim, mirënjohje, kompensim.