äraarvatavaid

Äraarvatavaid is an Estonian word that translates to "unpredictable" or "unforeseeable" in English. It is derived from the verb "ära arvama," which means "to guess" or "to predict." The suffix "-tavaid" indicates the plural form of an adjective or participle. Therefore, "äraarvatavaid" refers to multiple things or situations that cannot be easily guessed or foreseen.

In Estonian grammar, "äraarvatavaid" is the partitive plural form of the adjective "äraarvatav." This form is often used when referring to an indefinite quantity or when the object is not fully possessed or consumed. For instance, one might say "mul on palju äraarvatavaid probleeme" meaning "I have many unpredictable problems." The context in which "äraarvatavaid" is used will determine the specific nuance of meaning, but the core idea of lacking predictability remains consistent.

The concept of "äraarvatavaid" can apply to a wide range of scenarios, from natural phenomena like weather patterns to the outcomes of complex social or economic events. It highlights the inherent uncertainty present in many aspects of life and the limitations of human foresight. Understanding this term is key to grasping certain idiomatic expressions and descriptive phrases in the Estonian language.