käitutakse

Käitutakse is an Estonian verb that translates to "behaved" or "acted" in English. It is the past tense, third-person plural form of the verb "käituma," which means "to behave" or "to act." This verb is used to describe the actions or conduct of a group of people or things. For example, one might say "Lapsed käitusid kenasti" which means "The children behaved well." The word can also refer to how something functions or operates, particularly in a technical or scientific context. For instance, "Masin käitus oodatult" translates to "The machine acted as expected." The past tense form indicates that the action or behavior has already occurred. Understanding the nuances of "käitutakse" is important for comprehending Estonian grammar and sentence structure, particularly when discussing past events involving multiple subjects. The verb's versatility allows it to be applied to human behavior, animal conduct, and the operational characteristics of inanimate objects.