Tere !
After our articles about “How many people speak english in Estonia ?” and the knowledge that a person speaking English can largely fend Estonia. I decided to present some basic words in Estonian because a few native phrases are sure to bring a warm smile to the face “cold” Estonians.
Here is a first list with very basic word :
- jah – yes
- ei – no
- palun – please, you’re welcome
- aitäh – thanks
- tere – hello, hi
- nägemist – bye, see you!
- vabandage – excuse me , sorry
- kas te räägite inglise keelt? – do you speak English? (polite)
- ma ei räägi eesti keelt – I don’t speak Estonian
A second list with other word less common that the first list :
- Sa oled väga ilus – You are very beautiful
- üks õlu, palun – one beer , please
- mis on teie nimi? – what’s your name?
- kuidas sinul läheb? – how are you?
- tänan, hästi – I’m fine, thanks
And a short list with number :
- üks – one
- kaks – two
- kolm – three
- neli – four
- viis – five
- kuus – six
- seitse – seven
- kaheksa – eight
- üheksa – nine
- kümme – ten
As you can see Estonian is a little bit difficult as a language. However for prospective students in Estonia, you can learn Estonian university to 6 credits and this is very interesting.
Ilusat päeva teile ! / Have a good day !