väljendada

Väljendada is Estonian for express, articulate, or convey something, typically in words, signs, or actions. The term also has mathematical and formal uses, where it means to present a value or concept in a specific form. The word is built with the prefix välja- (outward) plus the verb stem, signaling the idea of turning inward content outward.

In ordinary language, väljendada is a transitive verb that takes a direct object representing what is being expressed, such as tundeid, arvamust, or ideed. Common present tense forms are ma väljendan, sa väljendad, ta väljendab; past tense forms are ma väljendasin, sa väljendasid, ta väljendas. The perfect or pluperfect forms use olnud plus participle, for example olen väljendanud. Related nouns include väljendus (an expression or manifestation) and väljend (an expression or phrase, including mathematical expressions).

In mathematical or formal contexts, väljendada means to express a quantity or concept in a particular form, such as a number or an equation. For example, Matemaatikas väljendatakse see arvuna kujul 3x+2. This sense emphasizes representation or reformulation rather than spoken communication.

Usage notes: väljendada is common in discussions of communication, rhetoric, science, education, and data presentation. Its versatility makes it suitable for both everyday talk about feelings and opinions and precise academic or technical descriptions.