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Estonian frequency list

No. 272 in Estonian

algab

"Algab" means "begins" or "starts" in English.

In a sentence

  • Tund algab kell üheksa.

    The class starts at nine o'clock.

    Here, 'algab' is used to mean that an event (the class) begins at a certain time.

  • Kevad algab märtsi lõpus.

    Spring begins at the end of March.

    In this sentence, 'algab' indicates the start of a specific season, showing its use to describe the beginning of a natural or chronological period.

  • Pidu algab kohe pärast õhtusööki.

    The party starts immediately after dinner.

    Here, 'algab' denotes the initiating point of a social event, illustrating its versatility in describing the commencement of activities.

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