Estonian - Meaning, Definition & English Examples
Definition:
Relating to Estonia, its people, or the Finno-Ugric language spoken there.
Synonyms:
Baltic, Finno-Ugric, Estophile
Part of Speech:
adjective, noun
Antonyms:
non-Estonian, foreign
Common Collocations:
Estonian language, Estonian culture, Estonian history
Derivatives:
Estonia, Estonians
Usage Tips:
Use "Estonian" to describe anything from Estonia or its people; capitalize as it refers to a nationality or language.
Common Phrases:
Estonian sauna, Tallinn’s Old Town (Estonian), Estonian folk song
Etymology:
Derived from "Estonia," from Latin "Aestii," referring to Baltic tribes mentioned by ancient Romans.
Examples:
- 1. She speaks fluent Estonian and loves Tallinn.
- 2. The Estonian flag has blue, black, and white stripes.
- 3. We tried traditional Estonian black bread in Tartu.
- 4. He studies Estonian folklore at university.