Maandatakse

Maandatakse is an Estonian verb form derived from the verb maandama, which broadly means to settle, liquidate, or reconcile an obligation or balance. In financial and legal language, maandamine refers to the act of bringing an account to zero, clearing a debt, or otherwise finalizing an obligation. Maandatakse, the present passive form, indicates that such a settlement is taking place or has just been completed and is commonly used in accounting, banking, taxation, and public administration texts.

In practical use, maandatakse describes processes such as paying off a debt, finalizing a settlement agreement, or reconciling accounts so that liabilities are removed from the books. The exact nuance can vary with context and legal framework, but the core idea is the completion or completion-oriented status of an obligation.

Related terms include maandamine (the act of settlement or liquidation) and maadatud (settled, in past passive form). The word is primarily used in Estonian-language contexts, particularly in formal or administrative documents, financial records, and legal proceedings.