seiskuma

Seiskuma is an Estonian verb meaning to stop moving or operating, to come to a halt, or to become stationary. It describes a change of state from motion or activity to rest and can be used for physical movement as well as abstract processes, such as a project or system ceasing to function.

Etymology and forms: The verb is derived from the root seis- meaning to stand, with the infinitive suffix -kuma. The related noun seiskumine refers to a halt or standstill, and the adjective seisev denotes a state of standing or being stationary in related forms.

Usage: Seiskuma is used when something ends its motion or ceases activity. It can describe vehicles braking and stopping, machinery halting, or people pausing from movement. It can also be used metaphorically for ongoing activities that conclude, such as discussions or routines coming to a stop. The exact tense and mood are expressed through standard Estonian conjugation and sentence structure, with the verb often indicating the transition to a stationary state rather than merely the absence of motion.

See also: Seiskumine; Seisma; Liiguma (to move).