võrrelldes

Võrrelldes is an Estonian word that translates to "comparing" or "in comparison to" in English. It is a participle form derived from the verb "võrrelda," which means "to compare." This word is commonly used in everyday Estonian conversation and writing to establish relationships between different entities, ideas, or situations.

When used in a sentence, võrrelldes often introduces a comparative clause. For example, "Võrreldes eilse ilmaga oli täna päikeseline" translates to "Comparing to yesterday's weather, today was sunny." Here, võrreldes sets up the comparison between the weather of two different days. It can also be used to indicate a contrast or to highlight a particular quality by juxtaposing it with something else.

The grammatical function of võrrelldes is similar to the English gerund "comparing" when used at the beginning of a sentence or as part of a prepositional phrase. It signifies an action or state of being that is ongoing or habitual in the context of the comparison. Understanding võrrelldes is crucial for grasping the nuances of comparative statements in the Estonian language.