This is the 436th most frequent Lithuanian word.
šalį
"Šalį" is the accusative singular form of "šalis," meaning "country" or "land" in English.
Here, 'šalį' refers to a country as a geographical region, which is the direct object of the verb.
Jis gyvena kitą šalį negu mes.
He lives in a different country than we do.
In this sentence, 'šalį' refers to a region or area being traversed, emphasizing its spatial context.
Eik per šalį, ir tu rasi mišką.
Go through the area, and you will find the forest.
In this example, 'šalį' refers to the country and signifies a sense of belonging and service, showing its metaphorical and possessive usage.