valmistatud

Valmistatud is an Estonian word that functions as the past passive participle and as an adjective derived from the verb valmistama, meaning to prepare or to manufacture. It describes something that has undergone preparation or production and is now finished or ready.

In grammar, valmistatud is the past passive participle and is used as an adjective. Adjectives in Estonian agree with the noun in number and case, but not in gender. It is commonly used both attributively (before a noun) and predicatively (with a linking verb). Examples include "valmistatud toit" (prepared/ready-made food) and "toode on valmistatud" (the product has been prepared/manufactured).

Usage and context: valmistatud is employed to indicate completed preparation or production across a range of domains, such as food, goods, documents, or plans. Typical phrases include "valmistatud toit" (prepared food), "valmistatud tooted" (prepared products), and "valmistatud dokument" (prepared document). While it conveys completion, it is not synonymous with all meanings of finished or ready in every context; nuances may require alternative forms, such as eest teise sõna valminud for other senses.

Etymology: valmistatud is formed from the verb valmistama, with the past passive participle suffix -atud. The root is related to the concept of readiness, linked to the Estonian word valmis (ready). Related terms include valmistamine (preparation) and valmis (ready). Translations into English are typically "prepared" or "made," depending on context.