Tõstatama

Tõstatama is a Estonian verb meaning to raise or to bring up a topic, issue, or question for discussion. It is used mainly in figurative contexts, describing the act of drawing attention to something or initiating debate. The word is derived from the verb tõsta (to lift) with the derivational suffix -tama, forming a verb that conveys the act of presenting something for consideration.

In usage, tõstatama is common in political, academic, media, and formal discussions. It typically takes a direct object referring to what is being raised, such as a question, a topic, or a problem. Examples in standard language include: “Koosolekul tõstatati mitu olulist küsimust.” (Several important questions were raised at the meeting.) “Arutelul tõstatati teema majandusküsimustest.” (The topic of economic questions was raised during the discussion.) “Valitsus tõstatab maksude reformi vajaduse.” (The government raises the need for tax reform.)

Nimisõnaline vorm tihestatse? The related noun is tõstatamine, meaning the act of raising or bringing up. Phrases like “küsimuse tõstatamine” or “teema tõstatamine” are used to refer to the act itself, such as in reporting or summaries of discussions.

A closely related expression is esile tooma, which also means to highlight or bring attention to something, though tõstatama emphasizes bringing an issue into discussion or consideration. In formal or journalistic style, tõstatamine and related phrases help structure arguments around what should be addressed.