eestikeelde

Eestikeelde is a term used in Estonian to indicate the target language of translation or localization. It literally means "into Estonian" and is commonly employed in contexts where text or content is being rendered in the Estonian language. The expression is derived from the phrase eesti keel (the Estonian language) and the allative form used to denote direction or destination, such that eestikeelde marks the destination language.

In practical use, eestikeelde appears after verbs of translation, most often with tõlkima (to translate). Common constructions include tõlkida eestikeelde (to translate into Estonian) and see tekst on eestikeelde tõlgitud (this text has been translated into Estonian). It is also used in localization and editing contexts to specify that a version should be produced in Estonian.

Orthography and variation: eestikeelde is the standard written form in modern Estonian. In certain phrases you may encounter two-word variants that reflect the underlying noun phrase eesti keel (the Estonian language), such as eesti keelde in older or more formal texts, though eestikeelde is the prevailing form in contemporary usage.

See also: Estonian language, translation, localization, eesti keel.