elutööd
Elutöö is Estonian for a person’s life’s work; it refers to the body of work or contributions formed by a person over their career. The term conveys the long-term, defining impact in a field, profession, art, science, or public service. The concept emphasizes cumulative achievement rather than a single work. Etymology: from elu meaning life and töö meaning work; translates roughly to "lifework" in English.
In usage, the phrase commonly appears in biographical texts, obituaries, commemorations, and retrospective discussions of figures
Examples: In Estonian discourse, people will often refer to "tema elutöö" to summarize enduring contributions; for
Comparison: Distinct from a single work or a short-term project, elutöö implies long-term dedication and a holistic