liigutuse

Liigutus is an Estonian noun meaning movement or gesture. It covers physical motion, such as the act of moving a body part or an object, as well as more abstract or symbolic motions like hand gestures that convey meaning. The genitive singular form liigutuse is used to describe attributes or relations of a movement, for example käe liigutuse (the movement of the hand) or liigutuse kiirus (the speed of the movement).

Etymology and forms: liigutus is formed from the verb liigutama, meaning to move, with a common noun-forming suffix -us. Its grammatical variants include liigutused (plural), and liigutuse (genitive singular). The word belongs to everyday Estonian and is widely understood across contexts, from daily actions to technical descriptions.

Usage and context: In everyday language, liigutus refers to any act of moving, including adjustments during tasks, gestures used in communication, and the motion of limbs. In more technical or artistic contexts, liigutused may describe sequences of motions, such as in choreography, robotics, or animation, where the precise control of liigutus is important. The phrase liigutuse kiirus, for instance, denotes the speed of a movement, while liigutuse suund indicates its direction.

See also: Related terms include liigutama (to move), liigutus (the act of moving), and plural liigutused (movements or gestures). The concept is closely linked to body language and mechanics, where describing the qualities of a movement often requires specifying speed, direction, and precision.