Sportlikus

Sportlikus is an Estonian term used to denote sportiness or a sport-inspired character. It is formed from the adjective sportlik, meaning sporty, with the suffix -us that yields a noun describing a state or quality. The standard noun for the concept is sportlikkus, but sportlikus appears in certain grammatical constructions and phrases, often in contexts where a more concise or stylistic form is preferred.

In usage, sportlikus refers to attitudes, appearances, or styles associated with sports, such as athletic fitness, competitive energy, or a functional, active aesthetic. It can describe a person’s demeanor in relation to physical activity, or be applied to objects, events, or environments that convey a sporty vibe. The term is common in media, marketing, and youth culture, where it helps evoke dynamism and healthful living.

Relationship to related terms is straightforward: sportlikkus denotes the broader quality of being sporty, while sportlik serves as the base adjective. Sportlikus functions primarily as a noun-form in specific phrases, complementing the more general usage of sportlikkis or sportlikk in everyday Estonian.

See also: sportlik, sportlikkus, sport.