Väikesematel

Väikesematel is an Estonian word that translates to "smaller ones" or "the smaller ones" in English. It is the comparative form of the adjective "väike," meaning "small." The "-tel" ending is the plural partitive case, indicating an indefinite quantity or portion of smaller things.

The word "väikesematel" is used in various contexts to refer to a group of things or people that are of lesser size compared to others in a given set or to a general standard. For example, one might say "Need väikesematel õunad on magusamad," which translates to "Those smaller apples are sweeter." Here, "väikesematel" is used to distinguish a subset of apples that are smaller than other apples being discussed.

In a social context, "väikesematel" could refer to younger individuals. For instance, "See mäng on mõeldud väikesematel," meaning "This game is intended for the smaller ones" or "for the younger ones." The specific meaning is often derived from the surrounding discourse.

The grammatical function of "väikesematel" is as an adjective modifying a noun, or it can stand alone as a pronoun referring to a previously mentioned or understood group of smaller entities. Its usage is common in everyday Estonian conversation and writing.