Kõrtsmängijad
Kõrtsmängijad is a term used in Estonia to describe individuals who frequent taverns or pubs, often spending a significant amount of their time there. The word itself is a compound of "kõrts," meaning tavern or pub, and "mängijad," meaning players or performers. Historically, and in some contexts still today, "kõrtsmängijad" could refer to musicians who played in these establishments, providing entertainment for patrons. These musicians were often local, playing traditional folk music or popular songs of the time.
However, the term has also evolved to encompass a broader meaning, referring to regular patrons of taverns