No. 723 in Estonian

kestab

The Estonian word "kestab" means "lasts" or "continues" in English.

In a sentence

Õppetund kestab ühe tunni.
The lesson lasts one hour.
In this sentence, 'kestab' is used to express the action of lasting or continuing over a period of time.
Tema kannatus kestab vaatamata raskustele.
Their patience endures despite difficulties.
Here, 'kestab' denotes endurance or persistence in the face of challenges.
Pidustused kestavad terve nädalavahetuse.
The celebrations last the entire weekend.
In this context, 'kestavad' (plural form of kestab) indicates the ongoing duration of an event throughout a time frame.

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