kaalutust
Kaalutust is a term in the Estonian language that refers to the act or process of careful weighing and consideration of factors before a decision. Derived from the verb kaaluma, meaning to weigh, kaalutust connotes a deliberate, methodical approach to reasoning rather than impulsive action. It is used to describe both individual decision-making and collective deliberations in various domains, including politics, law, ethics, and business.
In practice, kaalutust entails evaluating arguments for and against an option, considering potential outcomes and risks,
Linguistically, kaalutust is related to forms such as kaalutus or kaalutlus, which express the process of weighing