rõõmustada

rõõmustada is an Estonian verb that translates to "to rejoice," "to be glad," or "to be happy" in English. It is used to express a feeling of joy, pleasure, or satisfaction. The verb can be used in various contexts, such as personal happiness, collective celebration, or witnessing positive events.

The infinitive form of the verb is rõõmustada. It conjugates according to Estonian grammar rules, with different endings indicating person, number, and tense. For example, "ma rõõmustan" means "I rejoice," while "me rõõmustame" means "we rejoice." The past tense would be "ma rõõmustasin" (I rejoiced).

rõõmustada can be used transitively or intransitively. As an intransitive verb, it describes the state of being happy. For instance, "Lapsed rõõmustasid kingituste üle" (The children rejoiced over the gifts). When used transitively, it means to make someone happy or to please someone. For example, "Ta tahtis oma vanemaid rõõmustada" (He wanted to make his parents happy).

The word itself is derived from the Estonian noun "rõõm," which means "joy" or "happiness." This etymological connection highlights the core meaning of the verb. The concept of rõõmustada is a fundamental part of human emotional experience, expressing positive feelings and a sense of well-being. It can be evoked by a wide range of stimuli, from personal achievements to simple everyday pleasures.