Töödega

Töödega is an Estonian word formed from the noun töö (work) in its genitive plural form tööde, with the comitative suffix -ga. The combination expresses accompaniment, association or the object of an action, and is commonly translated as “with works” or “with tasks.” It is used to indicate what one deals with, handles or is related to in a given context.

The comitative construction -ga marks the presence of something as a companion or instrument in relation to the verb or phrase it accompanies. In practice, töödega appears in expressions such as tegelema töödega (to deal with tasks), töödega seotud küsimused (issues related to tasks), and töödega seotud ressursid (resources related to the tasks). The phrase is common in formal, administrative and project-related language because it provides a precise way to refer to tasks, jobs or duties that are the focus of activity.

Usage notes and contrasts: töödega is distinct from tööd (the noun meaning “work” or “a job” in constructions such as teha tööd, to do work) and from other instrumental forms that might indicate different kinds of assistance or means. The comitative form emphasizes association with the listed tasks or works rather than the activity of performing them. It is often paired with verbs like tegelema, arutama, või seotud, to convey responsibility, consideration, or management of the tasks at hand.

See also: töö, tööd, tegelema millegagi, seotud.