Võrdsustatakse

Võrdsustatakse is an Estonian word that translates to "is equated," "is made equal," or "is recognized as equivalent" in English. It is the third-person singular present passive form of the verb "võrdsustama," which means to equalize, to equate, or to make equal.

The term is often used in legal, administrative, and educational contexts to describe situations where different statuses, qualifications, or entities are treated as having the same value or standing. For example, in education, a foreign degree might be võrdsustatud with a local one, meaning it is recognized as having equivalent academic standing. In law, certain rights or obligations might be võrdsustatud, meaning they are treated equally under the law.

The concept of võrdsustatakse implies a process or decision that establishes equivalence. This can happen through official recognition, legal decree, or policy implementation. The outcome is that items or individuals that were previously distinct are now considered the same for a specific purpose. The exact meaning can vary depending on the context in which it is used, but the core idea remains the establishment of equality or equivalence.