Veeallikast

Veeallikast is the elative singular form of the Estonian noun veeallikas, meaning a water source. The word combines vee- (water) with allikas (source) and is used to express origin or movement from a water source, such as water that comes from a spring or a well.

In Estonian grammar, veeallikas exists in several cases for singular nouns: nominative veeallikas, genitive veeallika, partitive veeallikat, illative veeallikasse, allative veeallikale, inessive veeallikas, elative veeallikast, and so on. Veeallikast specifically denotes “from a water source.” This inflected form is common in descriptive and factual statements about origin, sources of water, or hydrological contexts.

A water source can be natural or anthropogenic. Natural sources include springs and mineral waters where groundwater naturally emerges. Human-made sources include wells and reservoirs tapped for drinking water, irrigation, or industrial use. In many regions, identifying reliable water sources is essential for settlement, agriculture, and infrastructure planning.

Cultural and historical contexts often relate water sources to settlement patterns and folklore. In Estonian tradition, springs and sacred waters are sometimes associated with local folklore and place names, reflecting the importance of dependable water supplies for communities during historical times.

Example needs: Vesi pärineb veeallikast (The water originates from the water source). Veeallikast voolab külm vesi (Cold water flows from the water source).