rõivastume

Rõivastume is an Estonian verb that translates to "we dress" or "we are dressing." It is the first-person plural present indicative form of the verb rõivastuma, which means to dress or to put on clothes. The verb itself is derived from the noun rõivas, meaning clothing or garment.

The act of rõivastume implies a collective or joint action of clothing oneself. This could refer to a group of people dressing together, such as children being helped by an adult, or individuals preparing for an event or activity that requires specific attire. For instance, a sentence might read "Enne peole minekut rõivastume kõik koos" which translates to "Before going to the party, we all dress together." The context in which rõivastume is used is crucial for understanding the specific nuance of the action. It is a common and everyday verb used in spoken and written Estonian.