Parandamisel

Parandamisel is an Estonian term formed from the verb parandama (to correct or to repair) and refers to the non-finite form that expresses being in the process of correcting or repairing. In English, it can be translated as “in repair,” “in the process of correcting,” or “during repair.” The word describes a state or circumstance rather than a specific moment.

Grammatically, parandamisel is derived from the noun parandus or the verb stem parand- with the suffix -amisel, which marks an ongoing or in-progress action. It functions as an adverbial participle, indicating time or condition, and is commonly used to describe what is happening while another event occurs. It is not a tense in itself but a circumstance marker that can modify clauses or nouns in a sentence.

Usage examples are typical in maintenance, editing, and technical contexts. For example: Masin on parandamisel (The machine is in repair). The phrase conveys that the machine is currently undergoing repair work. Another context might describe a workflow or project timeline where certain steps are affected by items that are parandamisel, signaling delays or ongoing corrective work.

Relation to related terms: parandamine is the act of correcting or repairing, while parandus is a noun for a repair or correction. Parandamisel is closely related to phrases such as “parandamise käigus” or “remondi käigus,” which also express ongoing repair or correction but with slightly different nuances or emphasis.

In summary, parandamisel denotes an ongoing corrective or repair process and is used to set the temporal or circumstantial context for other actions.