õhukesele

õhukesele is an Estonian word that translates to "thin" or "lean" in English. It is commonly used as an adjective to describe the physical appearance of a person or animal. For example, one might say "ta on õhukene" meaning "he/she is thin." The word can also be used to describe objects that are not thick, such as a thin piece of paper or a thin layer of paint. In a broader sense, õhukesele can also imply a lack of substance or depth, though this usage is less common. It is important to note that while it generally refers to a lack of body fat, the term is not inherently negative and can be used neutrally to describe a person's build. The comparative form is "õhem" (thinner) and the superlative form is "õhem" (thinnest), although context often dictates the intended meaning. The adverbial form is "õhukeselt," meaning thinly. The word belongs to the Estonian adjective declension system and changes its form based on grammatical case and number.