Majandama

Majandama is an Estonian verb meaning to manage, operate, or administer an organization, enterprise, or resources. It also carries the sense of economizing and directing economic activity. The verb is formed from the noun majandus (economy) with the infinitive suffix -ma. It is transitive and typically takes a direct object such as ettevõtet (enterprise), riiki (state), or ressursse (resources).

In usage, majandama appears in business, public administration, and household contexts when describing the running or stewardship of operations, finances, or assets. It can refer to daily management as well as strategic economic direction.

Examples:

Estonian: Ta majandab ettevõtet.

English: He manages a company.

Estonian: Riigi eelarvet on vaja majandada hoolikalt.

English: The state budget needs to be managed carefully.

Note: Majandama is closely related to other Estonian terms for handling organizational affairs, such as haldama (to administer/handle) and juhtima (to lead). It emphasizes the practical management of resources and operations within an entity.