soetatakse

Soetatakse is an Estonian verb form meaning “is obtained” or “is being obtained.” It is the present passive form of soetada, which means to obtain, procure, or acquire. In use, soetatakse describes something that comes into possession without specifying the agent; the subject is the thing that is obtained.

The term is common in both everyday language and formal contexts, especially in procurement and purchasing. It can indicate that a product, service, or good will be obtained through a process rather than by a simple purchase. Examples include: The product is obtained from the local store. In Estonian: Toode soetatakse kohalikust poest. Meditsiinitarvikud soetatakse riigihanke teel. The agent or source can be stated with a phrase like “riigihanke teel” (through a public procurement tender) or omitted altogether.

Soetada differs from ostma (to buy) in nuance: ostma emphasizes direct purchase, while soetada highlights obtaining or procuring, often involving arrangements, suppliers, or formal procedures. The past participle form “on soetatud” means “has been obtained.” The noun form soetamine refers to the act of obtaining or procuring.

In Estonian grammar, soetatakse is a typical example of present passive, formed with the suffix -takse; it agrees with the subject in number and case. The construction is neutral and widely used in official notices, business writing, and everyday speech.