vaheaegu
Vaheaegu is an Estonian term used to describe a break or pause within a schedule, such as a recess in educational terms or a temporary pause in work planning. The word combines vahe- meaning “between” with aeg meaning “time,” reflecting the idea of a period that interrupts ongoing activities.
Vaheaeg is most often encountered in education, where it denotes scheduled breaks between school terms or semesters.
Distinctions and related terms
A vaheaeg typically refers to a planned interval within a calendar, distinct from general vacation or paid
Lengths and dates of vaheaegu periods vary by institution and country, and they are set by official
Estonian school calendars, Public holidays in Estonia, Puhkus (vacation/leave), Paus (pause)
This article provides a concise overview of the term and its typical usages in Estonian context.