jäätiseks

Jäätiseks is an Estonian slang term that translates loosely to "for ice cream" or "ice cream money." It refers to a small amount of money that someone might request for the purpose of buying ice cream, particularly from a parent or guardian. The term is often used playfully by children, signifying a minor, casual request for a treat. It implies a desire for something sweet and cold, a simple indulgence. The connotation is usually lighthearted and represents a common childhood experience of asking for small sums of money for snacks. The word itself is a compound of "jäätis" (ice cream) and the genitive case ending "-eks" which indicates purpose or destination. Therefore, "jäätiseks" literally means "for ice cream." It's a familiar phrase in Estonian households when discussing pocket money or small treats.