Käigud
Käigud is an Estonian word that functions as both a common noun and a toponym. As a common noun, it is the plural form of käik, which has several related meanings in Estonian. These include a step or pace in walking, a stage or phase in a process, a turn or operation within a sequence, and, in technical contexts, a gear or speed setting in machinery. Consequently, käigud denotes multiple steps, gaits, stages, or operating modes.
In toponymy, Käigud is used as a place name for some small rural settlements in Estonia. Place
Use and usage of the word in Estonian text follow standard grammar: käik as a stem combines
Käik, the singular form and related uses
Keen on toponymic studies of Estonian place names
Note: This article provides a concise overview and may not cover every local instance of Käigud.