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Welcome to today's lesson on '''Standard Estonian Vocabulary related to Work and Professions!''' Understanding the vocabulary surrounding jobs and workplaces is essential, not only for day-to-day conversations but also for building relationships in a professional context. Whether you're planning to work in Estonia or just want to make small talk with locals, knowing the right words will help you navigate through various situations more smoothly.
 
In this lesson, we will cover a variety of topics related to work and professions, including:
 
* Common job titles in Estonian


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* Workplace items you might encounter


<h1>Introduction</h1>
* Typical tasks associated with different professions


In this lesson, you will learn vocabulary related to work and professions in Estonian. You will discover job titles, workplace items, and common tasks. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to talk about your job and ask others about theirs.
* Questions to ask about jobs


If you haven't studied Estonian before, we recommend that you check out the previous lessons of our Complete 0 to A1 Standard Estonian Course. This course is specifically designed for beginners and will help you progress towards the A1 level.  
This lesson is designed for complete beginners and will help you reach A1 level understanding. So, let’s dive in!


<h1>Jobs and Professions</h1>
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Here are some common job titles in Estonian, along with their translations and pronunciations:
=== Common Job Titles ===
 
Let’s start by looking at some common job titles. Here’s a list of professions along with their Estonian translations and pronunciation to help you get started.


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{| class="wikitable"
! Standard Estonian !! Pronunciation !! English
! Standard Estonian !! Pronunciation !! English
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| Advokaaat || [ˈɑdˈvokaːt] || Lawyer
 
| arst || ɑrst || doctor
 
|-
|-
| Arst || [ˈɑrst] || Doctor
 
| õpetaja || ˈʊpɛtɑjɑ || teacher
 
|-
|-
| Asjaajaja || [ˈɑːs.jɑ.jɑ.jɑ] || Agent
 
| insener || ˈinsɛnɛr || engineer
 
|-
|-
| Automehaanik || [ˈɑu̯.to.meˈhɑː.nik] || Mechanic
 
| raamatukoguhoidja || ˈrɑːmɑtʊkɔɡʊˈhɔidjɑ || librarian
 
|-
|-
| Kokk || [kɔkː] || Chef
 
| müüja || ˈmyːjɑ || seller
 
|-
|-
| Insener || [ˈin.seːner] || Engineer
 
| kokk || kɔk || cook
 
|-
|-
| Kellassepp || [kɛˈlˑɑsːepp] || Watchmaker
 
| juuksur || ˈjʊːksʊr || hairdresser
 
|-
|-
| Klienditeenindaja || [ˈkliɛndiˌteːnin.dajɑ] || Customer service representative
 
| autojuht || ˈɑʊtɔjuht || driver
 
|-
|-
| Muusik || [ˈmuu.sik] || Musician
 
| arendaja || ɑˈrɛn̥dɑjɑ || developer
 
|-
|-
| Õpetaja || [ˈɤ.pe.tɑ.jɑ] || Teacher
 
| koristaja || kɔˈristɑjɑ || cleaner
 
|-
|-
| Poliitik || [poˈlii.tik] || Politician
 
| ajakirjanik || ɑjɑˈkiːrjɑnɪk || journalist
 
|-
|-
| Programmeerija || [ˈproː.gram.meː.ri.ja] || Programmer
 
| advokaat || ɑdʊˈvɔkɑːt || lawyer
 
|-
|-
| Taksojuht || [ˈtɑk.so.juxt] || Taxi driver
 
| teadlane || ˈteɑdlɑnɛ || scientist
 
|-
|-
| Tõlk || [təlk] || Translator
 
| elektriik || ɛˈlɛktriːk || electrician
 
|-
|-
| Tööline || [ˈtøøli.ne] || Worker
 
| kunstnik || ˈkʊnstnɪk || artist
 
|-
|-
| Töötu || [ˈtøøtu] || Unemployed person
 
| arst || ɑrst || doctor
 
|-
 
| farmatseut || fɑrmɑˈtsɛʊt || pharmacist
 
|-
 
| turvamees || ˈtʊrvɑˌmeːs || security guard
 
|-
|-
| Veterinaar || [ˈvet.e.ri.naːr] || Veterinarian
 
| müügiesindaja || ˈmyːɡiˌɛsindɑjɑ || sales representative
 
|-
 
| keemik || ˈkeːmɪk || chemist
 
|-
 
| toimetaja || ˈtɔɪmɛtɑjɑ || editor
 
|}
|}


As you can see, some job titles are similar to their English counterparts, while others are not. Be sure to practice saying these words out loud to improve your pronunciation.  
=== Workplace Items ===
 
Now that you’ve learned some job titles, let’s explore common workplace items. Knowing the tools and materials associated with various professions will help you engage in conversations about work more easily.
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Standard Estonian !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
 
| arvuti || ˈɑrvʊti || computer
 
|-
 
| telefon || ˈtɛlɛfɔn || telephone
 
|-
 
| laud || lɑʊd || table
 
|-
 
| tool || tɔːl || tool
 
|-
 
| printer || ˈprintɛr || printer
 
|-
 
| raamat || ˈrɑːmɑt || book
 
|-
 
| paber || ˈpɑbɛr || paper


<h2>Workplace Items</h2>
|-


In addition to job titles, here are some vocabulary words related to workplace items in Estonian:
| kirjutusvahend || ˈkiːrɪtʊsˌvɑhɛnd || writing instrument
 
|-
 
| fail || fɑil || file
 
|-
 
| kaust || kɑʊst || folder
 
|-
 
| märkmed || ˈmɛrk.mɛd || notes
 
|-
 
| kott || kɔt || bag
 
|-
 
| kleebis || ˈkleːbis || sticker
 
|-
 
| märk || mɑrk || mark


{| class="wikitable"
! Standard Estonian !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| Arvuti || [ˈɑrˑvy.ti] || Computer
 
| kalkulaator || kɑlkʊˈlɑːtɔr || calculator
 
|-
|-
| Kalkulaator || [ˈkɑl.ku.lɑtor] || Calculator
 
|-
| projektor || prɔˈjɛktɔr || projector
| Dokumendid || [ˈdo.ku.men.dit] || Documents
 
|-
|-
| Koosolekuruum || [koː.so.ˈlek.ur.uum] || Meeting room
 
| monitor || ˈmɔnɪtɔr || monitor
 
|-
|-
| Kopimasin || [ˈko.pi.ma.sin] || Photocopier
 
| silt || silt || label
 
|-
|-
| Printer || [ˈprin.ter] || Printer
 
| klaviatuur || klɑviˈɑtuːr || keyboard
 
|-
|-
| Telefon || [tel.ɛ.fon] || Telephone
 
|-
| fotokamera || ˈfɔtʊˌkɑmɛrɑ || camera
| Vihik || [ˈvi.hik] || Notebook
 
|-
|-
| Tool || [ˈtoˑ.ol ] || Chair
 
| tööriist || ˈtøːriːst || tool
 
|}
|}


<h2>Common Tasks</h2>
=== Common Tasks ===


Here are some common work-related tasks in Estonian, along with their translations and pronunciations:
Next, let’s discuss some common tasks associated with various professions. This vocabulary will help you describe what you or others do at work.


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Standard Estonian !! Pronunciation !! English
! Standard Estonian !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
| kirjutamine || ˈkiːrʲʊtɑˌmɪnɛ || writing
|-
| lugemine || ˈluːɡɛmɪnɛ || reading
|-
| müümine || ˈmyːmɪnɛ || selling
|-
| õpetamine || ˈʊpɛtɑmɪnɛ || teaching
|-
| arendamine || ˈɑrɛndɑmɪnɛ || developing
|-
|-
| Arvutiga töötamine || [ˈɑrˑvy.ti.ɡɑ ˈtøø.tɑ.mi.ne] || Working with computers
 
| joonistamine || ˈjoːnɪstɑˌmɪnɛ || drawing
 
|-
 
| analüüsimine || ɑnɑˈlyːzɪmɪnɛ || analyzing
 
|-
 
| aruandmine || ˈɑrʊˌɒndmɪnɛ || reporting
 
|-
 
| koostamine || ˈkɔːstɑmɪnɛ || compiling
 
|-
 
| juhtimine || ˈjuːhtɪmɪnɛ || managing
 
|-
 
| töötamine || ˈtøːtɑmɪnɛ || working
 
|-
|-
| Dokumentide sorteerimine || [do.kuˈmen.ti.de soːrtseː.ri.mi.ne] || Sorting documents
 
| suhtlemine || ˈsuːhtlɛmɪnɛ || communicating
 
|-
|-
| Koosolekute pidamine || [koː.so.ˈlek.ute pi.da.mi.ne] || Holding meetings
 
| planeerimine || plɑˈnɛːrɪmɪnɛ || planning
 
|-
|-
| Koolituste korraldamine || [ˈkoː.li.tus.te kor.rɑlˑdɑ.mi.ne] || Organizing trainings
 
| uurimine || ˈuːrɪmɪnɛ || researching
 
|-
|-
| Külaliste vastuvõtmine || [kyː.ˈlɑ.lis.te ˈvɑstu.ɤt.mi.ne] || Receiving guests
 
| kohtumine || ˈkɔhtʊmɪnɛ || meeting
 
|-
|-
| Projekteerimine || [proʊ'(j)ec?ti:rimine] || Designing
 
| koostöö || ˈkɔːstʊː || collaboration
 
|-
|-
| Tõlkimine || [ˈtølk.i.mi.ne] || Translation
 
| hindamine || ˈhɪndɑmɪnɛ || evaluating
 
|-
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| Ülesannete täitmine || ['yː.les.anˑ.de tei̯t.mi.ne] || Completing tasks
 
| teenindamine || ˈteːnɪndɑmɪnɛ || servicing
 
|-
|-
| Vastuste saatmine || [vɑsˈtus.te ˈsɑːt.mi.ne] || Sending responses 
 
| korraldamine || ˈkɔrɑldɑmɪnɛ || organizing
 
|-
 
| dokumenteerimine || dɔkʊmɛnˈtɛːrɪmɪnɛ || documenting
 
|-
 
| kogumine || ˈkɔɡʊmɪnɛ || gathering
 
|}
|}


Practice using these vocabulary words and phrases in sentences to help you remember them.  
=== Talking About Your Job ===
 
Now that you have a solid foundation in vocabulary, let’s practice how to talk about your job. Here are some useful phrases:
 
* '''"Minu amet on..."''' (My job is...)
 
* '''"Ma töötan [profession]ina."''' (I work as a [profession].)
 
* '''"Ma teen [task]."''' (I do [task].)
 
* '''"Ma armastan oma tööd."''' (I love my job.)
 
* '''"Ma töötan [company]is."''' (I work at [company].)
 
For example:
 
* '''"Minu amet on õpetaja."''' (My job is a teacher.)
 
* '''"Ma töötan insenerina."''' (I work as an engineer.)
 
* '''"Ma teen analüüsimist."''' (I do analysis.)
 
* '''"Ma armastan oma tööd."''' (I love my job.)
 
* '''"Ma töötan IT-firmas."''' (I work at an IT company.)
 
=== Asking About Others' Jobs ===
 
Equally important is knowing how to ask others about their jobs. Here are some phrases you can use:
 
* '''"Mis on teie amet?"''' (What is your job?)
 
* '''"Kus te töötate?"''' (Where do you work?)
 
* '''"Mida te teete?"''' (What do you do?)
 
* '''"Kas teile meeldib teie töö?"''' (Do you like your job?)
 
* '''"Milline on teie töö?"''' (What is your job like?)
 
For example:
 
* '''"Mis on teie amet?"''' (What is your job?)
 
* '''"Kus te töötate?"''' (Where do you work?)
 
* '''"Mida te teete?"''' (What do you do?)
 
* '''"Kas teile meeldib teie töö?"''' (Do you like your job?)
 
* '''"Milline on teie töö?"''' (What is your job like?)
 
=== Practice Exercises ===
 
Now that we've covered a lot of information, it's time to put your knowledge to the test with some exercises!
 
==== Exercise 1: Match the Job Titles ====
 
Match the Estonian job titles with their English equivalents.
 
1. arst 
 
2. õpetaja 
 
3. insener 
 
4. müüja 
 
5. juuksur 
 
Answers:
 
1. doctor 
 
2. teacher 
 
3. engineer 
 
4. seller 
 
5. hairdresser 
 
==== Exercise 2: Translate the Workplace Items ====
 
Translate the following workplace items from English to Estonian.
 
1. computer 
 
2. printer 
 
3. notes 


<h2>Dialogue</h2>
4. table 


Now, let's put these new vocabulary words and phrases into context with a dialogue. In this dialogue, Helin and Jaan are talking about their jobs.
5. folder 


<b>Helin:</b> Tere, Jaan. Mis tööd sa teed? (Hi, Jaan. What kind of work do you do?)
Answers:


<b>Jaan:</b> Ma olen programmeerija. (I am a programmer.)
1. arvuti 


<b>Helin:</b> Väga huvitav. Kuidas sulle see meeldib? (Very interesting. How do you like it?)
2. printer 


<b>Jaan:</b> Mulle see meeldib väga. Ma armastan probleemide lahendamist. (I like it very much. I love problem solving.)
3. märkmed 


<b>Helin:</b> Ma olen õpetaja. (I am a teacher.)
4. laud 


<b>Jaan:</b> See on vapper töö. (That is a brave job.)
5. kaust 


Practice this dialogue with a friend or a language exchange partner to improve your speaking skills.
==== Exercise 3: Fill in the Blanks ====


<h1>Conclusion</h1>
Complete the sentences with the correct form of the verb in Estonian.


You have now learned vocabulary related to work and professions in Estonian. You have discovered job titles, workplace items, and common tasks. You have also practiced talking about your job and asking others about theirs.  
1. Ma _______ (töötama) insenerina.


Keep practicing these words and phrases in sentences to help you remember them. In the next lesson, we will learn vocabulary related to Estonian history.  
2. Me _______ (arendama) uut projekti. 
 
3. Ta _______ (müümine) raamatuid. 
 
Answers:
 
1. töötan 
 
2. arendame 
 
3. müüb 
 
==== Exercise 4: Create Sentences ====
 
Using the vocabulary learned, create sentences to describe your job.
 
Example:
 
* '''"Minu amet on kokk ja ma teen toitu."''' (My job is a cook, and I make food.)
 
==== Exercise 5: Role Play ====
 
Pair up with a classmate and practice asking and answering questions about jobs using phrases learned in the lesson.
 
Example:
 
* A: "Mis on teie amet?" 
 
* B: "Minu amet on õpetaja." 
 
==== Exercise 6: Vocabulary Quiz ====
 
Fill in the blanks with the correct Estonian words.
 
1. _______ (arvuti) on töölaual. (The _______ is on the desk.) 
 
2. Ma _______ (kirjutama) märkmeid. (I _______ notes.) 
 
Answers:
 
1. Arvuti 
 
2. kirjutan 
 
==== Exercise 7: Listening Comprehension ====
 
Listen to a recorded conversation about jobs and answer the following questions:
 
1. What job does the first speaker have? 
 
2. Where does the second speaker work? 
 
Answers will depend on the audio content provided.
 
==== Exercise 8: Crossword Puzzle ====
 
Create a crossword puzzle using the vocabulary from this lesson.
 
==== Exercise 9: Categorize the Words ====
 
Categorize the following words into jobs, tasks, and workplace items.
 
Words: arst, kirjutamine, printer, õpetaja, lugemine, laud.
 
Answers:
 
* Jobs: arst, õpetaja 
 
* Tasks: kirjutamine, lugemine 
 
* Workplace items: printer, laud 
 
==== Exercise 10: Write a Short Paragraph ====
 
Write a short paragraph about your job using at least five vocabulary words from this lesson.
 
Example:
 
* "Minu amet on ________. Ma töötan _________. Ma ________ ________ ja ________."
 
=== Conclusion ===
 
Congratulations on completing this lesson on Standard Estonian Vocabulary related to Work and Professions! You’ve learned essential vocabulary that will help you talk about jobs, understand workplace items, and communicate effectively in various professional contexts. Remember to practice regularly and use these new words in your conversations!


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Standard Estonian → Vocabulary → 0 to A1 Course → Work and Professions

Welcome to today's lesson on Standard Estonian Vocabulary related to Work and Professions! Understanding the vocabulary surrounding jobs and workplaces is essential, not only for day-to-day conversations but also for building relationships in a professional context. Whether you're planning to work in Estonia or just want to make small talk with locals, knowing the right words will help you navigate through various situations more smoothly.

In this lesson, we will cover a variety of topics related to work and professions, including:

  • Common job titles in Estonian
  • Workplace items you might encounter
  • Typical tasks associated with different professions
  • Questions to ask about jobs

This lesson is designed for complete beginners and will help you reach A1 level understanding. So, let’s dive in!

Common Job Titles[edit | edit source]

Let’s start by looking at some common job titles. Here’s a list of professions along with their Estonian translations and pronunciation to help you get started.

Standard Estonian Pronunciation English
arst ɑrst doctor
õpetaja ˈʊpɛtɑjɑ teacher
insener ˈinsɛnɛr engineer
raamatukoguhoidja ˈrɑːmɑtʊkɔɡʊˈhɔidjɑ librarian
müüja ˈmyːjɑ seller
kokk kɔk cook
juuksur ˈjʊːksʊr hairdresser
autojuht ˈɑʊtɔjuht driver
arendaja ɑˈrɛn̥dɑjɑ developer
koristaja kɔˈristɑjɑ cleaner
ajakirjanik ɑjɑˈkiːrjɑnɪk journalist
advokaat ɑdʊˈvɔkɑːt lawyer
teadlane ˈteɑdlɑnɛ scientist
elektriik ɛˈlɛktriːk electrician
kunstnik ˈkʊnstnɪk artist
arst ɑrst doctor
farmatseut fɑrmɑˈtsɛʊt pharmacist
turvamees ˈtʊrvɑˌmeːs security guard
müügiesindaja ˈmyːɡiˌɛsindɑjɑ sales representative
keemik ˈkeːmɪk chemist
toimetaja ˈtɔɪmɛtɑjɑ editor

Workplace Items[edit | edit source]

Now that you’ve learned some job titles, let’s explore common workplace items. Knowing the tools and materials associated with various professions will help you engage in conversations about work more easily.

Standard Estonian Pronunciation English
arvuti ˈɑrvʊti computer
telefon ˈtɛlɛfɔn telephone
laud lɑʊd table
tool tɔːl tool
printer ˈprintɛr printer
raamat ˈrɑːmɑt book
paber ˈpɑbɛr paper
kirjutusvahend ˈkiːrɪtʊsˌvɑhɛnd writing instrument
fail fɑil file
kaust kɑʊst folder
märkmed ˈmɛrk.mɛd notes
kott kɔt bag
kleebis ˈkleːbis sticker
märk mɑrk mark
kalkulaator kɑlkʊˈlɑːtɔr calculator
projektor prɔˈjɛktɔr projector
monitor ˈmɔnɪtɔr monitor
silt silt label
klaviatuur klɑviˈɑtuːr keyboard
fotokamera ˈfɔtʊˌkɑmɛrɑ camera
tööriist ˈtøːriːst tool

Common Tasks[edit | edit source]

Next, let’s discuss some common tasks associated with various professions. This vocabulary will help you describe what you or others do at work.

Standard Estonian Pronunciation English
kirjutamine ˈkiːrʲʊtɑˌmɪnɛ writing
lugemine ˈluːɡɛmɪnɛ reading
müümine ˈmyːmɪnɛ selling
õpetamine ˈʊpɛtɑmɪnɛ teaching
arendamine ˈɑrɛndɑmɪnɛ developing
joonistamine ˈjoːnɪstɑˌmɪnɛ drawing
analüüsimine ɑnɑˈlyːzɪmɪnɛ analyzing
aruandmine ˈɑrʊˌɒndmɪnɛ reporting
koostamine ˈkɔːstɑmɪnɛ compiling
juhtimine ˈjuːhtɪmɪnɛ managing
töötamine ˈtøːtɑmɪnɛ working
suhtlemine ˈsuːhtlɛmɪnɛ communicating
planeerimine plɑˈnɛːrɪmɪnɛ planning
uurimine ˈuːrɪmɪnɛ researching
kohtumine ˈkɔhtʊmɪnɛ meeting
koostöö ˈkɔːstʊː collaboration
hindamine ˈhɪndɑmɪnɛ evaluating
teenindamine ˈteːnɪndɑmɪnɛ servicing
korraldamine ˈkɔrɑldɑmɪnɛ organizing
dokumenteerimine dɔkʊmɛnˈtɛːrɪmɪnɛ documenting
kogumine ˈkɔɡʊmɪnɛ gathering

Talking About Your Job[edit | edit source]

Now that you have a solid foundation in vocabulary, let’s practice how to talk about your job. Here are some useful phrases:

  • "Minu amet on..." (My job is...)
  • "Ma töötan [profession]ina." (I work as a [profession].)
  • "Ma teen [task]." (I do [task].)
  • "Ma armastan oma tööd." (I love my job.)
  • "Ma töötan [company]is." (I work at [company].)

For example:

  • "Minu amet on õpetaja." (My job is a teacher.)
  • "Ma töötan insenerina." (I work as an engineer.)
  • "Ma teen analüüsimist." (I do analysis.)
  • "Ma armastan oma tööd." (I love my job.)
  • "Ma töötan IT-firmas." (I work at an IT company.)

Asking About Others' Jobs[edit | edit source]

Equally important is knowing how to ask others about their jobs. Here are some phrases you can use:

  • "Mis on teie amet?" (What is your job?)
  • "Kus te töötate?" (Where do you work?)
  • "Mida te teete?" (What do you do?)
  • "Kas teile meeldib teie töö?" (Do you like your job?)
  • "Milline on teie töö?" (What is your job like?)

For example:

  • "Mis on teie amet?" (What is your job?)
  • "Kus te töötate?" (Where do you work?)
  • "Mida te teete?" (What do you do?)
  • "Kas teile meeldib teie töö?" (Do you like your job?)
  • "Milline on teie töö?" (What is your job like?)

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now that we've covered a lot of information, it's time to put your knowledge to the test with some exercises!

Exercise 1: Match the Job Titles[edit | edit source]

Match the Estonian job titles with their English equivalents.

1. arst

2. õpetaja

3. insener

4. müüja

5. juuksur

Answers:

1. doctor

2. teacher

3. engineer

4. seller

5. hairdresser

Exercise 2: Translate the Workplace Items[edit | edit source]

Translate the following workplace items from English to Estonian.

1. computer

2. printer

3. notes

4. table

5. folder

Answers:

1. arvuti

2. printer

3. märkmed

4. laud

5. kaust

Exercise 3: Fill in the Blanks[edit | edit source]

Complete the sentences with the correct form of the verb in Estonian.

1. Ma _______ (töötama) insenerina.

2. Me _______ (arendama) uut projekti.

3. Ta _______ (müümine) raamatuid.

Answers:

1. töötan

2. arendame

3. müüb

Exercise 4: Create Sentences[edit | edit source]

Using the vocabulary learned, create sentences to describe your job.

Example:

  • "Minu amet on kokk ja ma teen toitu." (My job is a cook, and I make food.)

Exercise 5: Role Play[edit | edit source]

Pair up with a classmate and practice asking and answering questions about jobs using phrases learned in the lesson.

Example:

  • A: "Mis on teie amet?"
  • B: "Minu amet on õpetaja."

Exercise 6: Vocabulary Quiz[edit | edit source]

Fill in the blanks with the correct Estonian words.

1. _______ (arvuti) on töölaual. (The _______ is on the desk.)

2. Ma _______ (kirjutama) märkmeid. (I _______ notes.)

Answers:

1. Arvuti

2. kirjutan

Exercise 7: Listening Comprehension[edit | edit source]

Listen to a recorded conversation about jobs and answer the following questions:

1. What job does the first speaker have?

2. Where does the second speaker work?

Answers will depend on the audio content provided.

Exercise 8: Crossword Puzzle[edit | edit source]

Create a crossword puzzle using the vocabulary from this lesson.

Exercise 9: Categorize the Words[edit | edit source]

Categorize the following words into jobs, tasks, and workplace items.

Words: arst, kirjutamine, printer, õpetaja, lugemine, laud.

Answers:

  • Jobs: arst, õpetaja
  • Tasks: kirjutamine, lugemine
  • Workplace items: printer, laud

Exercise 10: Write a Short Paragraph[edit | edit source]

Write a short paragraph about your job using at least five vocabulary words from this lesson.

Example:

  • "Minu amet on ________. Ma töötan _________. Ma ________ ________ ja ________."

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Congratulations on completing this lesson on Standard Estonian Vocabulary related to Work and Professions! You’ve learned essential vocabulary that will help you talk about jobs, understand workplace items, and communicate effectively in various professional contexts. Remember to practice regularly and use these new words in your conversations!

Table of Contents - Standard Estonian Course - 0 to A1[edit source]


Introduction to Estonian


Greetings and Introductions


Nouns and Pronouns


Numbers and Time


Verbs and Tenses


Daily Activities


Adjectives and Adverbs


Food and Dining


Estonian Traditions


Travel and Transportation


Prepositions and Conjunctions


At Home and Work


Estonian History


Negation and Questions


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