kõlblik

Kõlblik is an Estonian adjective meaning capable, eligible, or suitable for a particular purpose. It expresses that someone or something meets the required conditions or is permitted to undertake a task, receive a benefit, or participate in an activity. The sense is broad and used in both everyday speech and formal language.

In administrative and legal contexts, kõlblik describes eligibility for programs, rights, or obligations. For example, an applicant is considered kõlblik to receive a grant, or a person may be deemed kõlblik for a duty. In employment or education, a candidate must be kõlblik under the relevant rules to be accepted.

In a food and consumer-safety context, kõlblik also means fit for consumption or use. A food product labeled kõlblik is regarded as safe to eat, or a product that remains usable within its intended purpose may be described as kõlblik for sale or consumption under certain conditions. The term appears in labeling and standardization discussions alongside more specific terms such as säilivus (shelf life) and kehtivus (validity).

Etymology and related terms: kõlblik is a common Estonian adjective, closely related to sobiv (suitable) and kehtiv (valid). It is widely used across domains to express that something meets requirements or is permissible, conveying adequacy and legality rather than excellence or preference.