Lühenditega

Lühenditega refers to the use of abbreviations in the Estonian language. Abbreviations are shortened forms of words or phrases, and they are commonly used in written and spoken Estonian to save space and time. There are several types of abbreviations in Estonian, including initialisms, acronyms, and contractions.

Initialisms are formed from the first letters of words in a phrase, such as "TV" for televisioon (television). Acronyms are also formed from the first letters of words, but they are pronounced as a word, such as "NATO" for North Atlantic Treaty Organization, although this is an international example, and Estonian has fewer native acronyms. Contractions involve shortening a word by omitting letters, such as "nt." for näiteks (for example) or "või." for või (or).

The use of abbreviations can sometimes lead to ambiguity if the context is not clear. However, in many cases, abbreviations are well-understood by native speakers and are an integral part of efficient communication. For example, common abbreviations like "jmt." for ja muu (and others) or "lk." for lehekülg (page) are widely recognized. Guidelines for the correct formation and usage of abbreviations exist, often found in Estonian grammar resources and dictionaries, to ensure consistency and clarity. The correct use of punctuation, such as periods after abbreviations, is also important.