'There is no place.' in Albanian.

Learn Albanian: "Nuk ka vend" and More Phrases About Space

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Albanian Phrases About Space and Availability

The phrase "Nuk ka vend" in Albanian translates to "There is no place" and is used to indicate a lack of space or availability. Below are examples of its use, along with additional related phrases.

"Nuk ka vend" Examples

Nuk ka vend për mua në makinë. – There is no place for me in the car.

Nuk ka vend për këtë tavolinë në dhomën tuaj. – There is no place for this table in your room.

Nuk ka vend për hundët e tua në këtë këpucë. – There is no place for your toes in these shoes.

Nuk ka vend për më shumë valixhe në valixhinë e vogël. – There is no place for more suitcases in the small suitcase.

Nuk ka vend për këtë ide në planin tonë. – There is no place for this idea in our plan.

Related Phrases

Ka vend për të gjithë. – There is space for everyone.

Nuk ka më vend. – There is no room left.

Ky vend është i zënë. – This place is occupied.

A ka vend të lirë? – Is there a free spot?

Kemi nevojë për më shumë hapësirë. – We need more space.

Note: These phrases may vary slightly depending on context. Always consider the situation when using them.

Grammar Tips for "Nuk ka vend" and Related Phrases

The phrase "Nuk ka vend" follows a common Albanian grammatical structure for expressing absence or negation. Here’s a breakdown:

• Negation ("Nuk"): "Nuk" is the Albanian word for "not," used to negate the verb.
• Verb ("ka"): "Ka" is a form of the verb "të ketë" (to have), meaning "there is" in this context.
• Noun ("vend"): "Vend" means "place" or "space."

Combined, "Nuk ka vend" literally means "There is not place." Similar structures are used for other phrases:

• Ka vend: "There is place" (affirmative, no negation).
• Nuk ka më vend: "There is no more place" (uses "më" for emphasis).

Tips for Usage:

• Use "nuk" before the verb to negate: e.g., "Nuk ka hapësirë" (There is no space).
• Adjust the noun based on context: e.g., "vend" for physical space, "hapësirë" for abstract space.
• Add prepositional phrases for specificity: e.g., "Nuk ka vend në makinë" (in the car).

Practice these structures to sound more natural in Albanian conversations.

Related Albanian Vocabulary

Expand your Albanian vocabulary with words related to space and availability:

• Vend – Place, spot
• Hapësirë – Space (physical or abstract)
• I lirë – Free, available
• I zënë – Occupied, taken
• Dhomë – Room
• Makinë – Car
• Valixhe – Suitcase
• Këpucë – Shoe
• Plan – Plan
• Ide – Idea

Cultural Context: Space in Albanian Culture

In Albanian culture, expressions about space often reflect hospitality and community. Saying "Ka vend për të gjithë" (There is space for everyone) embodies the Albanian tradition of welcoming guests, even in small homes.

Conversely, "Nuk ka vend" might be used humorously or practically in crowded settings, like packed buses or lively family gatherings. Albanians value making room for others, so you might hear "A ka vend të lirë?" (Is there a free spot?) in restaurants or public spaces.

The concept of space also appears in Albanian proverbs, such as "Shtëpia e vogël ka vend për të gjithë" (A small house has room for everyone), emphasizing generosity.