Saavutatavat

Saavutatavat is an Estonian word meaning that can be achieved or attained. It functions as an adjective or participle and is used to describe goals, plans, results, or objectives that are considered feasible to reach.

The word is formed from the verb saavutada, meaning to achieve, with the derivational suffix -atav that creates a participial adjective. In sentences it declines like other -atav adjectives. For example: saavutatav eesmärk (an attainable goal). The partitive singular form is saavutatavat, while other common forms include saavutatava (genitive singular) and saavutatavad (nominative plural).

Usage and nuance: saavutatavat emphasizes feasibility and realism of achieving the described noun. It is neutral in tone and widely used in written and formal Estonian, including policy documents, planning, and academic or business contexts. It can be contrasted with synonyms such as võimalus (possible) or teostatav (feasible), though each carries slightly different emphasis.

Examples:

- Me peame seadma saavutatavaid eesmärke. (We must set attainable goals.)

- Projekt on saavutatav, kui ressursid on olemas. (The project is attainable if resources are available.)

See also: võimalik, teostatav, realistlik.