löömine

Löömine is an Estonian noun meaning the act of hitting or striking. It is derived from the verb lööma, to hit or strike, and it can refer to a physical blow as well as to the broader concept of applying force through striking. The word is used across several contexts, sometimes with overlapping meanings.

In everyday language, löömine typically denotes physical violence or aggression, such as beating someone or delivering blows. In legal and social discussions, the term is associated with acts that cause harm and may be subject to criminal penalties, protective measures, or social interventions. The exact severity and classification depend on context and jurisdiction.

Löömine also appears in sports and performance contexts. In combat sports or martial arts, it describes the action of delivering a strike or punch, as part of technique or competition. In music and percussion, löömine can refer to the act of striking a drum or other percussion instrument to produce a sound, focusing on the physical action rather than the outcome.

Related terms include löök, meaning a blow or stroke, and lööja, a striker or hitter. While löömine is most often connected to physical impact, its usage can be metaphorical in expressions that describe forceful actions or decisive impact in non-violent settings.

See also: löök, lööma, vägivalla (violence) in Estonian-language usage.