vääris
Vääris is an Estonian noun that denotes a thing of value, commonly translated as valuables. The plural form is väärised. The term covers both tangible items that are valuable in a monetary or material sense—such as jewelry, money, important documents, and artworks—and intangible value, such as items held for sentimental or cultural importance. In everyday language, väärised are referenced in contexts like safekeeping, insurance, theft prevention, or valuation discussions, where people distinguish valuable possessions from ordinary items.
Etymology and form: the word is related to the Estonian verb väärt- meaning to value or to
Usage and scope: vääris functions as a general, non-technical term for objects regarded as valuable. It is
Related concepts: in related vocabulary, väärismetall refers to precious metals, and väärtpaber refers to financial securities;