teadlikum

Teadlikum is the Estonian comparative adjective meaning more conscious or more aware. It is formed from the adjective teadlik (aware, cognizant) with the standard comparative suffix -um. The related noun teadlikkus denotes awareness or consciousness, and the adverbial form teadlikult means consciously or knowingly.

Usage and context: Teadlikum is commonly used to describe increased awareness in behavior, decision making, or perception. It appears in discussions about mindful living, sustainable consumption, media literacy, education, and risk assessment. For example, a sentence such as “Ta on teadlikum tarbija” describes someone as a more conscious consumer. In research or policy contexts, teadlikum can compare levels of awareness between groups or individuals.

Grammar and variation: As an attributive or predicative adjective, teadlikum agrees with the noun in number and case according to Estonian grammar. Its related forms include teadlik, teadlikkus, and the adverb teadlikult. The term is widely understood in everyday language as well as in academic and media discourse.

See also: teadlik, teadlikkus, teadlikult.