Märgime

Märgime is an Estonian verb form meaning “we notice” or “we note.” It is the first-person plural present tense of the verb märgata, meaning to notice, or of related verbs used in similar senses. In formal writing it is commonly used to introduce a statement of observation, assessment, or conclusion.

Usage and nuance: Märgime functions as a discourse marker that signals an observation or remark about a situation. In official documents, reports, or academic writing, it is often translated as “we note” or “we observe.” The nuance can shift slightly depending on the context, from neutral reporting of facts to a deliberate emphasis of an observed point.

Morphology: The form is produced by applying the standard Estonian present-tense suffix to the verb stem, yielding a polite or formal plural subject construction. This aligns with typical Estonian conjugation patterns for the present tense.

Examples:

- Märgime, et tähtaeg on edasi lükatud. (We note that the deadline has been postponed.)

- Märgime, et uuringu tulemused on kooskõlas eeldustega. (We observe that the study results align with the expectations.)

Related forms and related concepts: The base verb märgata (to notice) and its nominal form märgamine (noticing, observation) are closely related. The expression märgime is primarily used in formal or semi-formal Estonian prose and spoken discourse when the speaker wants to anchor a following claim to an observed fact.

See also: Estonian verbs, Estonian conjugation, märgata, märgamine.