No. 579 in Estonian
parima
The Estonian word "parima" means "the best" (genitive or partitive form of "parim").
In a sentence
Otsime parimaid lahendusi probleemidele.
We are looking for the best solutions to the problems.
The word 'parimaid' (partitive plural form of 'parim') is used here to describe 'lahendusi' indicating the solutions we are looking for are of high quality.
Ta andis mulle parima kingituse sünnipäevaks.
He/she gave me the best gift for my birthday.
Here, 'parima' (genitive singular form of 'parim') is used to describe the quality of the 'gift' received.
Püüan alati parimat, kui lähen uusi oskusi õppima.
I always try my best when I go to learn new skills.
The word 'parimat' (partitive singular form of 'parim') is used to denote putting forth the utmost effort in the action of learning.
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