Puudutuvad

Puudutuvad is an Estonian verb form that communicates that subjects are touched or affected by something. It can apply to physical contact as well as to emotional or thematic influence, indicating that the action, event, or topic has an impact on the subject.

In linguistic terms, puutuvad arises within the Estonian verbal system and is associated with forms derived from the base verbs related to touching or relevance. It marks a third-person plural perspective and is used in present tense constructions. The exact mood, voice, and transitivity depend on the underlying verb and the sentence’s structure. The form is commonly found in narrative, descriptive, and analytic writing to convey sensitivity, relevance, or impact.

The nuance of puutuvad ranges from tangible contact to emotional or thematic relevance. In journalism or literature, the form is used to indicate that a subject or event resonates with audiences or individuals; in everyday language it can express something that touches someone on a personal level, prompting reflection or concern.

See also: Estonian grammar, passive voice, verb forms, and related verbal stems such as puudutama and puutuma.