konflikteeruvad

Konflikteeruvad is an Estonian verb form meaning “are in conflict” or “conflict with one another.” It is used to describe a state in which two or more actors have opposing interests and are engaged in dispute or antagonism. As a present-tense, third-person plural form, it commonly appears in sentences where the subject is plural and the predicate expresses ongoing conflict.

Etymology and formation: The word is built from the noun konflikt (conflict) and is used to express that conflict is currently active. It is one of several Estonian verb formations that derive action from a noun to describe relational dynamics such as dispute, antagonism, or competition. The form often appears with a wide range of subjects, including states, organizations, groups, or individuals.

Usage and nuance: Konflikteeruvad emphasizes ongoingness rather than a single incident. It is common in political reporting, international relations analysis, sociology, and discussions of organizational behavior. The form can pair with various subjects to indicate persistent opposition or antagonistic interaction rather than a one-off disagreement.

Examples and equivalents: In Estonian-language contexts, phrases like “Riigid konflikteeruvad piiride üle” illustrate the usage, meaning “The states are in conflict over borders.” In English-language summaries, the equivalent construction is “the parties are in conflict” or “the actors are in dispute.” See also konflikt (conflict), vastandama (to oppose), and vaidlus (dispute).