Õigepärane

Õigepärane is an Estonian adjective that translates to "proper," "correct," "legitimate," or "lawful" in English. It is used to describe something that adheres to established rules, norms, or legal frameworks. The term implies a sense of correctness and adherence to accepted standards.

In its most common usage, õigepärane refers to things that are legally or normatively sound. For instance, a contract might be described as õigepärane if it meets all the legal requirements and is therefore valid and enforceable. Similarly, a procedure or action can be deemed õigepärane if it follows the established protocol or guidelines.

Beyond legal contexts, õigepärane can also denote something that is linguistically correct or stylistically appropriate. For example, a sentence constructed according to grammatical rules would be considered õigepärane. It can also apply to customs or traditions, indicating that they are being observed in their traditional and accepted form.

The opposite of õigepärane would be terms like "väär" (wrong), "ebaseaduslik" (unlawful), or "vale" (false), depending on the specific context. The concept emphasizes conformity to a recognized standard, whether it be legal, social, or linguistic.