joondatakse

Joondatakse is the Estonian verb form meaning “is aligned” or “is lined up.” It is the present passive form of the verb joondama, which means to align or to line up. The passive construction is used when the agent performing the action is unknown, irrelevant, or left unstated, which is common in descriptions of processes, instructions, and technical contexts.

Usage and contexts

Joondatakse appears in contexts such as typography, layout, and design (for example, aligning text or objects); in planning and coordination; and in military or organizational formations where items are brought into a line or order. Examples include: “Tekst joondatakse vasakule” meaning “The text is aligned to the left,” and “Pildid joondatakse keskjoonega” meaning “The images are aligned with the center line.” In manuals and procedures, this form supports neutral, impersonal phrasing.

Etymology and related forms

The verb joondama is formed from joon, meaning line, with the -da infinitive ending. Related forms include the action noun joondamine (the act of aligning) and the past participle joondatud (aligned). The active counterpart is joondama, and other related phrases describe the outcome of alignment, such as joondatud (having been aligned).