Understanding Estonian Prepositions
Prepositions are like little words that help us understand where things are or how they relate to each other. In Estonian, prepositions are used to show location, direction, time, and other relationships.
Common Estonian Prepositions
Important Points
- juures
- peal
- all
- ees
- taga
- kõrval
- vahel
- üle
- alla
- läbi
These prepositions can be used in different ways to describe where something is in relation to something else.
Using Prepositions for Location
When you want to say where something is, you can use prepositions like 'juures' (at), 'peal' (on), or 'all' (under).
Examples
- Raamat on laua peal.
- Kass on voodi all.
- Laps on ema juures.
Using Prepositions for Direction
To show where something is going, use prepositions like 'üle' (over) or 'läbi' (through).
Examples
- Lind lendab puu üle.
- Koer jookseb aia läbi.
Using Prepositions for Time
Prepositions can also tell us when something happens. In Estonian, you might use 'enne' (before) or 'pärast' (after).
Examples
- Me kohtume enne lõunat.
- Ma tulen pärast kooli.
Tips for Using Prepositions
Important Points
- Think about what you want to describe: location, direction, or time.
- Choose the right preposition to match what you mean.
- Practice using prepositions in sentences.
Prepositions are small but powerful words that can change the meaning of a sentence. With practice, you can use them to make your Estonian sentences clear and correct.