Lubatud

Lubatud is an Estonian word meaning "permitted" or "allowed." It functions as a past passive participle of the verb lubama, which means to allow. As an adjective, lubatud describes something that is legally or practically permitted, and it commonly appears in official language, notices, and signage to indicate permission.

Etymology and grammar: Lubatud derives from the verb lubama. The related noun luba denotes permission or license, while lubatud expresses that permission has been granted or applies to a stated action or condition. It is used with both singular and plural subjects and can occur in predicates such as “See tegevus on lubatud” (This activity is permitted) or in formulaic phrases on signs.

Usage and context: The term is widespread in administrative, legal, and public communications. In road traffic signs, lubatud is used to convey permitted maneuvers or actions, for example in phrases indicating that a turn or movement is allowed. It also appears in workplace policies, safety notices, and consumer guidance to mark allowable practices. Its opposite is keelatud, meaning forbidden or prohibited.

See also: Lubama and luba, which are the verb and noun forms related to permission, as well as keelatud, the antonym meaning forbidden. Related topics include Estonian language grammar and traffic signs in Estonia.