püsida

Püsida is an Estonian verb meaning to persist, remain, or stay. It describes the continued existence of a state, condition, or object over time, as well as the endurance of phenomena under changing circumstances. The word comes from the Estonian root püsi-, and is related to the adjective püsiv, meaning persistent or lasting; the noun püsivus expresses the concept of persistence.

In use, püsida covers both concrete and abstract persistence: a physical object that stays in place, a system that remains functional under stress, or ideas and traditions that endure across generations. It is an intransitive verb and can be combined with various auxiliary constructions to express tense, mood, and aspect like other Estonian verbs.

Derivatives include püsiv (persistent) and püsivus (persistence), which are common in describing long-lasting properties or states. The term is widely used in dictionaries, literature, and media to convey continuity rather than rapid change.

See also: Estonian language; püsiv; püsivus; kestvus.