pakutavad

Pakutavad is an Estonian adjective meaning “offered” or “on offer.” It is used to describe items, services, or options that a seller, provider, or host presents to others, such as in menus, catalogs, or websites. The term signals what is available for consideration or purchase and is common in commercial, hospitality, and organizational contexts.

Etymology and form: Pakutavad is the plural nominative form of the adjective pakutav, which is derived from the verb pakkuma (to offer). In Estonian, adjectives agree with the nouns they modify in number and case, so pakutav changes to pakutavad when describing plural nouns (for example, pakutavad tooted, “offered products”).

Usage notes: Pakutavad typically accompanies plural nouns to indicate items or services that are currently offered. Examples include “pakutavad joogid” (drinks on offer) and “pakutavate teenuste nimekiri” (the list of offered services). It can also appear in marketing or catalog language to highlight available options.

Distinctions: The related form pakutud means “offered” in a past sense and is used for things that have already been offered. Pakutav/pakutavad emphasizes the present or ongoing availability, similar to how words like “available” or “on offer” are used in other languages. Synonyms in practical use include kättesaadav (available) or pakkumine (offer).

See also: pakkuma/pakkumine (to offer; offer). pakutud (offered, past participle). pakutav (the base adjective meaning “offerable” or “to be offered”).