No. 645 in Estonian
le
The Estonian word "le" is not a standalone word in standard Estonian; it could be a suffix or part of a larger word.
In a sentence
Palun anna le/täht mulle.
Please hand me the letter/delivery.
The word 'le' here refers to 'letter' or a specific item that is to be handed.
Tema le/ja jõuab varsti.
His ship will arrive soon.
The word 'le' in this case refers to something resembling a lighter or vessel.
Mul on vaja pi le/nebida.
I need to finish it.
The 'le' usage here conveys the intention or completion towards an action.
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