Ümar

Ümar is an Estonian word that functions as an adjective meaning round, spherical, or curved. It is used to describe objects and forms that have a roughly circular or bulging shape, such as a ball, a bead, a dome, or a rounded edge on a building. The term can be applied in everyday language as well as in scientific or architectural descriptions, where precise curvature is noted but the sense of roundness remains central.

In addition to its adjectival use, ümar occurs as a surname in Estonia. As a family name, it may be found among individuals of Estonian origin, though it is not among the most common surnames there.

Linguistically, ümar is a standard Estonian word with cognates in related Finnic languages that express the idea of circularity or curvature. It reflects a common thematic base in the region’s languages for describing shapes and forms.

The word is distinct to Estonian and is not tied to a widely recognized organization, place, or person beyond ordinary language use. It may appear in dictionaries, lesson materials, and texts discussing geometry, art, or architecture in Estonian.