Jäljendad

Jäljendad is the second-person singular present tense form of the Estonian verb jäljendama. Jäljendama means to imitate, reproduce, or mimic; to copy in speech, behavior, or style, and more broadly to render something in a way that resembles the original. The verb is derived from the noun jäljend (imitation, representation), which in turn stems from the broader idea of following a trace or path (jälg).

Usage and meaning: Jäljendama describes the act of imitating another person’s voice, mannerisms, or artistic style, as well as reproducing sounds, texts, or performances. In artistic contexts it can refer to impersonations, pastiches, or deliberate stylistic copying; in everyday language it can indicate copying someone’s manner or approach. The term can carry neutral to slightly evaluative connotations depending on context, from skilled imitation to potential overreliance on copying.

Grammatical notes: Jäljendad marks the second-person singular present tense. Other personal forms include ma jäljendan, ta jäljendab, me jäljendame, te jäljendate, nad jäljendavad.

Examples: Sa jäljendad mu häält väga täpselt. Ta jäljendab vana näitleja stiili.

See also: jäljend (noun), jäljendama (infinitive).