Lõigi

Lõigi is a term primarily used in Estonian to describe a sharp, often swift, blow or strike. It can refer to a physical impact, such as a punch or a kick, but it can also be used metaphorically to describe a sudden emotional or mental shock. The word carries a sense of force and abruptness.

In a physical context, lõigi implies a decisive action intended to cause harm or impact. For instance, one might describe hitting a nail with a hammer as lõigi. In a more figurative sense, a piece of bad news could be described as a "lõigi südamesse," meaning a blow to the heart. The intensity of the impact is often conveyed by the word.

The etymology of lõigi is linked to the verb "lööma," which means "to hit" or "to strike." The form "lõigi" itself is the past tense of "lööma" in its third-person singular form, suggesting a completed action of striking. This linguistic connection reinforces its core meaning of a forceful impact. The word is a common element in everyday Estonian speech and literature, used to depict moments of sudden action or emotional disturbance.