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<p>Noun cases are an essential aspect of the Estonian language. A noun is a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea. In Estonian, nouns decline or change form based on their role in the sentence. There are 14 different noun cases in Estonian, each with its own unique form and function. In this lesson, we will focus on the three most commonly used cases: nominative, genitive, and partitive.</p>

<p>The nominative case is the default form of a noun. It is used when a noun is the subject of a sentence or a predicate noun that renames the subject. For example:</p>

<p>In the first example, "sõber" (friend) is the subject of the sentence, and in the second example, "lill" (flower) is the predicate noun that renames the subject "see" (this).</p>

<p>The genitive case indicates possession or the "of" phrase in English. It is also used after certain prepositions, such as "ilma" (without) and "mööda" (along). For example:</p>

<p>In the first example, "venna" (brother's) is in the genitive case to show possession. In the second example, "ilma" is a preposition that requires the genitive case to indicate what he is traveling without.</p>

<p>The partitive case is used to show an incomplete action or an indefinite quantity. It is also used after certain verbs, such as "sööma" (to eat) and "jooma" (to drink). For example:</p>

<p>In these examples, "kana" (chicken) and "piima" (milk) are in the partitive case because the action of eating or drinking is incomplete, and an indefinite quantity is assumed.</p>

<p>While the nominative, genitive, and partitive cases are the most commonly used in Estonian, there are many other cases that serve specific functions, such as the illative case for motion towards, and the inessive case for location inside. Here are some examples:</p>

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<p>Understanding noun cases in Estonian is essential for developing fluency and accuracy in the language. By mastering the nominative, genitive, and partitive cases, you can communicate effectively in many situations. Keep practicing and exploring the other cases, and you'll be well on your way to speaking Estonian with confidence!</p>

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