Katsetavad

Katsetavad is an Estonian word that can function in two related ways. As a finite form of the verb katsetama, it means “they test” or “they are testing.” As a present active participle, katsetav, the plural form katsetavad can describe nouns that are involved in testing, such as “katsetavad meetodid” (testing methods) or “katsetavad eksperdid” (experts who test). In everyday usage the form is most commonly encountered in scientific, technical, and research contexts.

Etymology and related forms: The word originates from the verb katsetama, meaning to test, try out, or experiment. Its present tense plural form is katsetavad. The related adjective katsetav denotes something that is testing or capable of being tested, with other derivatives including katsetused (tests or trials) and katsetus (the act of testing).

Grammatical notes: Katsetavad is a plural, non-finite form used with plural subjects when describing ongoing testing activities. When modifying a singular noun, the singular present participle katsetav is used (for example, katsetav meetod – a testing method). The word is common in academic, clinical, and software testing language, and does not carry a separate cultural or organizational meaning.

Usage examples:

- Nad katsetavad uut ravimit kliinilises uuringus.

- Need katsetavad meetodid võivad pakkuda usaldusväärseid tulemusi.

- Ettevõte arendab katsetavaid prototüüpe, et kiirendada innovatsiooni.

See also: Estonian grammar, present active participles, testing and research terminology.