koosta

Koosta is a word in Estonian used as the imperative singular form of the verb koostama, meaning to assemble, compose, or put together. In practical use, it functions as a direct command or instruction, often appearing in manuals, checklists, and administrative contexts. For instance, one might encounter phrases like Koosta aruanne or Koosta nimekiri, translating roughly to “Compile the report” and “Prepare the list.”

Etymology and form: Koostama is built from a root associated with bringing elements together, with koosta representing the imperative mood. The word is related to other Estonian terms built around the idea of collaboration or combination, such as koostöö (cooperation) and koos (together).

Usage in computing or education: In software development or project planning, koosta may appear in user instructions to guide users to assemble inputs, configurations, or outputs into a consolidated document. It is not a technical term with a fixed definition beyond its general sense of compilation or preparation.

See also: koostama, koostöö, koos.