Võõrkeelsest

Võõrkeelsest is an Estonian word that translates to "foreign language" or "in a foreign language." It is a grammatical form derived from the word "võõrkeel," which means "foreign language." The "-st" ending signifies the elative case, indicating origin or separation from something. Therefore, "võõrkeelsest" literally means "from a foreign language" or "out of a foreign language."

In common usage, "võõrkeelsest" can refer to a text written in a foreign language, a speech delivered in a foreign tongue, or any subject matter that originates from or pertains to a non-Estonian linguistic context. For example, one might say "ma loen võõrkeelsest raamatust" which translates to "I am reading from a foreign language book." Similarly, a discussion about international affairs might be described as "võõrkeelset infot" meaning "foreign language information."

The concept of "võõrkeelsest" is fundamental in multilingual societies and when discussing cross-cultural communication. It highlights the distinction between the native language and languages acquired or encountered from other cultures. Understanding this term is crucial for anyone learning or interacting with the Estonian language, as it points to the presence and influence of external linguistic elements.