Kõrvutatuna

Kõrvutatuna is an Estonian word that translates to "compared" or "in comparison" in English. It is the past passive participle of the verb "kõrvutama," which means to compare, contrast, or juxtapose. The word is used to indicate that something is being evaluated or considered in relation to something else.

In usage, kõrvutatuna often introduces a clause or phrase that explains the basis of the comparison. For instance, one might say "Tema tulemus oli hea, kõrvutatuna eelmise aasta omaga," meaning "His result was good, compared to last year's." This highlights that the assessment of "good" is not absolute but relative to a previous benchmark.

The word can also be used more broadly to suggest a similarity or difference between two or more entities. For example, "Maja oli ilus, kõrvutatuna ümbritseva maastikuga," meaning "The house was beautiful, in comparison with the surrounding landscape." Here, the beauty of the house is emphasized by how it fits or stands out against its environment.

Kõrvutatuna serves as a useful grammatical tool in Estonian for expressing comparative relationships, providing context for judgments, and highlighting differences or similarities between elements. It is a common and versatile word in everyday Estonian conversation and writing.