pasiivne
Pasiivne is an Estonian term used to denote the concept of passive in various domains. In linguistic contexts, pasiivne describes constructions in which the agent performing the action is not expressed or is deemphasized, corresponding broadly to the idea of passive voice in many languages. The term is often contrasted with aktiivne, which refers to active or agent-focused forms.
In everyday language, pasiivne can describe states or behaviors characterized by inactivity or low initiative, such
In technical fields, pasiivne has a concrete meaning. In electronics and electrical engineering, pasiivne (passive) components
Usage notes: the standard Estonian adjective for the concept is often cited as passiivne, while pasiivne may
See also: passive voice, passiivne, passive components, passive monitoring.