Sünntakse

Sünntakse is a term of Estonian origin that translates to "is born" or "are born" in English. It is a grammatical form used in the third person, singular or plural, of the verb "sündima," which means "to be born." The term specifically refers to the event of a birth occurring, whether it is a single individual or multiple births.

In Estonian grammar, "sünntakse" is a passive form. It indicates that the subject of the sentence is the recipient of the action of being born, rather than the active agent performing the birth. For example, a sentence might state "Laps sünntakse" which translates to "The child is born." This passive construction is common in Estonian when emphasizing the event of birth itself or when the agent performing the birth (e.g., the mother) is not the focus.

The concept of birth is universal, and "sünntakse" captures this fundamental human experience within the Estonian language. It is a direct and functional word used in everyday conversation, as well as in more formal contexts such as news reports or historical accounts related to births. The simplicity of the term belies its significance in marking the beginning of life.