Mõtlesite

Mõtlesite is an Estonian verb form that represents the second-person past tense of the verb mõtlema, meaning to think. It is used when addressing one or more listeners in the past tense, typically in formal or polite contexts (the second-person plural form or the formal singular form).

Formation and usage. The verb stem for mõtlema is mõtle-, and the past tense second-person plural/formal singular ending is -site, producing mõtlesite. This form indicates that the thinking action occurred in the past and is directed at the listener(s). In non-formal, singular address, the corresponding past tense form is mõtlesid.

Nuance. Mõtlesite is commonly employed to refer to what the listener or listeners were thinking at a previous time, or to inquire about their past consideration. It can appear in statements, questions, or indirect speech, often in contexts of discussion, decision-making, or feedback.

Examples.

- Te mõtlesite enne otsuse tegemist. (You thought before making the decision.)

- Mõtlesite, kas see on parim lahendus? (Did you think whether this is the best solution?)

Related forms. The verb mõtlema has other past tense forms, such as mõtlesin (I thought) and mõtlesid (you thought, singular). The form mõtlesite is specifically used for the second person plural or formal singular.

See also. Estonian verb conjugation, past tense, polite form.