lubaduse

Lubaduse is the genitive form of the Estonian noun lubadus, which means a promise or commitment. In Estonian, a lubadus is a statement of intent to perform or refrain from acting in the future. It can range from a casual assurance in everyday life to a formal pledge in political or legal contexts. The word implies a degree of reliability and the expectation that the promise will be honored, though it does not itself guarantee fulfillment.

The etymology of lubadus is connected to the verb lubama, meaning to promise. The noun is formed with the general Estonian suffix -dus, common for turning verbs into abstract nouns. As a native Estonian word, lubadus and its inflected forms, including lubaduse, are widely used across speech and writing.

In usage, lubadus appears in phrases that discuss commitments, trust, and accountability. In political discourse, the plural lubadused (promises) is often evaluated for credibility during campaigns and governance. In everyday speech, phrases like “anda lubaduse” (to make a promise) or “pidada lubadust” (to keep a promise) are common ways to describe keeping or breaking commitments. The concept also intersects with legal and contractual contexts when promises create obligations, depending on formality and surrounding factors.

See also lubadus, the base form, and related terms such as vande or kinnitused that reflect assurances or commitments in Estonian.