Otstarbekas

Otstarbekas is an Estonian term used to denote something that is intended for a particular use or purpose. The English equivalent is roughly "designated use" or "for a specific purpose." The term is common in administrative, legal, and organizational contexts to mark assets, spaces, or documents that are reserved for a defined function rather than for general use.

In practice, otstarbekas appears in procurement documents, asset registers, facility management, and regulatory texts to indicate restrictions on usage. Examples include otstarbekas varustus (equipment for a specific project), otstarbekas ruum (a room designated for a particular activity), and otstarbekas dokumendid (documents intended for official use).

The concept emphasizes assignment and constraint: something described as otstarbekas has a declared purpose, and using it for other purposes may require authorization or be prohibited. The term is typically understood within the context of formal rules and budgets, where designation helps allocate resources efficiently and ensure compliance with policy goals.