vähemad

Vähemad is an Estonian word that translates to "fewer" or "less" in English. It is the comparative form of the adjective "vähe," meaning "little" or "few." The word is used to indicate a smaller quantity or amount of something.

In Estonian grammar, "vähemad" is used when comparing two or more things. For example, "Need õunad on vähemad kui need teised" translates to "These apples are fewer than those other ones." It can also be used to describe a reduction in something, such as "Vähemad inimesed tulid peole kui eelmisel aastal," meaning "Fewer people came to the party than last year."

The word can apply to both countable and uncountable nouns. When referring to countable items, it implies a smaller number. For instance, "Mul on vähemad raamatud kui sinul" means "I have fewer books than you." When referring to uncountable things, it indicates a smaller quantity or degree. An example would be "Tal on vähem raha kui mul," translating to "He has less money than me."

Understanding the usage of "vähemad" is crucial for constructing grammatically correct sentences in Estonian when discussing quantities or comparisons. It is a fundamental part of the comparative structure of the language.