sõltumas

Sõltumas is an Estonian verb meaning "to depend on" or "to rely on". It describes a state of being influenced by or subject to something or someone else. The verb can be used in various contexts, indicating a causal relationship or a need for external support. For example, one might say "tema heaolu sõltub sellest" which translates to "his well-being depends on this". It signifies that a particular outcome or state is not independent but is contingent upon another factor.

The grammatical structure of "sõltuma" typically involves the genitive case for the object of dependence. Thus, if something depends on something else, the latter will be in the genitive form. The verb can also express a more general sense of being subject to external forces or conditions. For instance, "meie plaanid sõltuvad ilmast" means "our plans depend on the weather". This highlights how the realization of the plans is not guaranteed and is subject to change based on atmospheric conditions. The concept of sõltumas is fundamental in expressing conditional relationships and the interconnectedness of events and entities.