pöördus

Pöördus is an Estonian word that functions as the past tense form of the verb pöörduma, meaning to turn to or to address someone. It describes the action of directing one's attention, request, or inquiry toward another person or institution. The form is third-person singular past tense and is used to indicate that a subject directed their efforts or inquiries toward someone else.

Usage examples include: "Ta pöördus politse poole abi saamiseks" (He turned to the police for help), and "Ta pöördus kohtuniku poole kaebuse esitamiseks" (He addressed the judge to file a complaint). In storytelling or reporting, pöördus often appears to convey that a person sought information, assistance, or redress from an authority or favorable recipient.

Related forms include the infinitive pöörduma and the noun pöördumine, the latter referring more generally to the act of turning to someone or appealing for help. The word is neutral in tone and widely understood in both formal and informal contexts.

In contemporary Estonian, pöördus is common in legal, administrative, and journalistic language, as well as in everyday speech when describing actions of directing attention or seeking aid. Its usage helps convey intentionality and the direction of attention, making it a basic and versatile part of the verbal system surrounding requests or appeals.