Toimivam

Toimivam is an Estonian adjective form meaning “more functional” or “more operable.” It is the comparative form of toimiv (functional, operative) and is used when comparing how well something works or is usable.

The word is commonly used for systems, devices, software, and plans to express that one option has greater practical usefulness, reliability, or efficiency in a given context. It often appears in technical writing as well as everyday speech to describe improvements or advantages in functionality.

Examples of usage include: “See lahendus on toimivam kui eelmine” (This solution is more functional than the previous one) and “Uus tarkvara on toimivam ja kasutajasõbralikum” (The new software is more functional and user-friendly). The form adjusts for case and number: for instance, “toimivam süsteem” (nominative) and “toimivama süsteemi” (genitive). The noun form “toimivus” refers to functionality.

Notes: The term is primarily used in Estonian-language discourse, especially in technical, design, and usability contexts. It is derived from the adjective toimiv with the comparative suffix -am and is not a loanword. Related terms include toimiv, toimivus, and the verb form toimima, which underpins the concept of functioning.