kellaajastid
Kellaajastid, often translated as "time periods" or "eras," are a conceptual framework used in Estonian folklore and historical linguistics to understand and categorize different stages of cultural and linguistic development. This concept is particularly associated with the work of linguist and folklorist Jaan Kross, who used it to analyze the evolution of Estonian language and its connection to broader historical and cultural influences.
The idea of kellaajastid suggests that distinct historical periods left their unique imprint on the Estonian
By examining the layers of linguistic and thematic evidence, scholars can reconstruct the historical trajectory of