tõrkeni

tõrkeni is an Estonian word that translates to "up to the obstacle" or "until the barrier" in English. It is a locative case form of the noun "tõrge," which means obstacle, hindrance, or snag. The word conveys a sense of reaching a point of difficulty or a stopping point, either literally or figuratively.

In a physical context, tõrkeni might describe reaching the edge of a forest, the foot of a mountain, or the end of a road. It signifies the limit of a journey or a physical boundary that must be overcome. For example, one might say "Jõudsime metsatõrkeni" which means "We reached the forest obstacle."

Figuratively, tõrkeni can refer to reaching a point of challenge or a setback in a process, project, or life. It implies that progress has been made up to a certain point, but now a difficulty has been encountered. An example of this usage could be "Projekt jõudis tõrkeni" meaning "The project reached a snag." Understanding this nuance allows for a more precise expression of limits and challenges in the Estonian language.