tõusab

tõusab is an Estonian verb meaning "rises" or "ascends." It is the third-person singular present indicative form of the verb tõusma. This verb can be used in various contexts, both literal and figurative.

Literally, tõusab describes the act of something moving upwards. For example, päike tõusab tähendab "the sun rises." It can also refer to rising from a sitting or lying position, such as mees tõusab toolilt, meaning "the man rises from the chair." In a more general sense, it can describe an increase or upward trend. For instance, hinnad tõusvad may mean "prices are rising."

Figuratively, tõusab can denote an improvement in status or a positive development. A person's career might be described as tõusmas, indicating it is progressing well. It can also express a feeling of elation or courage. For example, tema vaim tõusis, meaning "his spirit rose." The concept of overcoming adversity is also conveyed through this verb, as in olukord tõusab, suggesting a situation is improving. The opposite of tõusab is usually laskub, meaning "descends" or "falls." The usage of tõusab is common in everyday Estonian conversation and literature.