lühiaegse

lühiaegse is an Estonian adjective meaning "short-term" or "of short duration." It is derived from the word "lühike," which means "short." The ending "-aegse" indicates the genitive case, signifying possession or relation to time. Therefore, "lühiaegse" literally translates to "of short time."

This adjective is commonly used to describe phenomena, periods, or situations that are not expected to last long. For example, one might refer to a "lühiaegse viibimise" (short-term stay), a "lühiaegse töö" (short-term job), or a "lühiaegse laenu" (short-term loan). It can also be used to describe abstract concepts, such as a "lühiaegse meeleolu kõikumine" (short-term mood swing).

In contrast to "pikaajaline" (long-term), "lühiaegse" emphasizes brevity and transience. The specific context will determine the precise meaning and implication of the adjective. It is a fundamental term in the Estonian language for describing the temporal dimension of various aspects of life and events.