Peatus

Peatus is an Estonian noun meaning stop or halt. In public transport contexts, it refers to a location where vehicles stop to board or alight passengers. The term is widely used for bus stops, tram stops, and train stops.

Etymology and usage: The word is derived from the verb peatu, to stop; peatus denotes the place or act of stopping. It appears on maps, timetables, and on signage at transport hubs to indicate where passengers should wait.

Compound forms: The word combines with vehicle names to form common terms such as bussipeatus (bus stop). Other forms include trammipeatus or trammipeatus for a tram stop, and rongipeatus or raudteepeatus for a train stop, depending on local usage.

Signage and accessibility: In Estonian cities, peatus signs mark stops along routes and are accompanied by route numbers, directions, and sometimes timetable information. Modern stops often include shelters, seating, and accessibility features, while the exact location of a stop is determined by urban planning and transit operators.

In language and culture, peatus is a standard term in Estonian for public transport infrastructure, distinct from other Finnic languages, where equivalent terms exist. It is a basic element of the Estonian public transport system and everyday life.