üldjooksult

üldjooksult is an Estonian adverb that translates to "in general," "overall," or "by and large" in English. It is used to express a broad perspective or a summary of a situation, rather than focusing on specific details. This adverb helps to convey a sense of the main tendency or the dominant characteristic of something.

For instance, if someone is describing their experience with a particular product, they might say it was üldjooksult good, implying that despite minor flaws, the overall impression was positive. Similarly, when discussing a trend, one could observe that, üldjooksult, people are becoming more environmentally conscious. It serves as a way to simplify complex information into a more digestible statement.

The word is derived from the Estonian word "üldine," meaning "general" or "common," and "jooksult," which relates to the concept of flow or course. Therefore, its literal meaning suggests something that runs or proceeds in a general manner. It is a common linguistic tool in Estonian for making generalizations and providing a holistic view of a subject.