Southern Europe and the Balkans Vocabulary - Albania

extremely interesting or captivating

(of food) salty or spicy rather than sweet

to feel a strong sense of happiness and satisfaction because of someone's achievements or something's qualities

the boundary between land and water, particularly as seen on a map or from above

to be without or to not have enough of something that is needed or desirable

to compensate for a weakness, lack, or disadvantage by having another positive quality

to contain many unexpected or surprising things

having a grand and impressive appearance, often associated with royalty

used to suggest that something small can have great value or significance, and that one should not judge the worth of something based solely on its size or outward appearance

worth noticing, especially because of being unusual or extraordinary

the place or point where something begins or originates

to move one's head up and down as a sign of agreement, understanding, or greeting

used to show that something happened or is true, even though there was a difficulty or obstacle that might have prevented it

kindness in welcoming guests or strangers

the lasting impression made by an unusual or extraordinary action that attracts attention and is remembered

a behavior that reflects a willingness to give, share, or help others without expecting anything in return

to cause someone or something to move up and down or from one side to the other with short rapid movements

an organized action, usually violent, against an authority, attempting to bring about a change

to remember or consider a particular piece of information or advice

a structure built in honor of a public figure or a special event

(plural) the remains of something such as a building after it has been seriously damaged or destroyed

a period of history marked by particular features or events

strong belief in a particular god or religion

food that is made in a special way as part of a meal

a quick or partial view of something, often fleeting or incomplete

not easy to understand or analyze

to manage to go through a difficulty without many consequences

to bestow or grant someone a special gift, quality, or attribute

a place or state of perfect happiness, peace, and delight

(of land or terrain) rough, uneven, and often difficult to navigate, with features such as steep slopes or rocky surfaces

incredibly impressive or beautiful, often leaving one feeling amazed

the world of nature outside human-built environments, often associated with wilderness, recreation, and open landscapes

use a name to designate

to trick someone by making them believe something false or absurd

extremely impressive and beautiful, often evoking awe or excitement

remaining unaffected or unaltered by external influences or factors

to live or exist together peacefully despite differences in beliefs or interests

a type of activity, subject, etc. that one is very good at or enjoys very much

to possess or have a particular feature or quality that is a source of pride

causing strong admiration or shock due to beauty or impact

to lie or sit in the sun in order to darken one's skin

to observe something with one's eyes, often paying close attention to the details

a person or thing that is exceptionally outstanding

a quality or trait that attracts others and creates a positive impression

to see something, often with a feeling of amazement or admiration

(of a place or atmosphere) full of excitement and energy

to experience or endure a process, change, or event

important or great enough to be noticed or have an impact

to make something feel fresh, better, or more exciting again

a structure or a place that is historically important

an inhabitant of a particular area or community

relating to beliefs which deny the existence of God or any gods

to officially forbid a particular action, item, or practice

willingness to accept behavior or opinions that are against one's own

to possess many good qualities, advantages, or opportunities

to form an opinion or make a judgment about something or someone based solely on its outward appearance or initial impression

the customs, traditions, rituals, and behaviors that are inherited and preserved within a community or society over time

to show a particular quality, characteristic, or emotion

a method or style of cooking that is specific to a country or region

to transfer something to the next generation or another person

people born and living at approximately the same period of time