No. 61 in Estonian
sel
The Estonian word "sel" is the shortened form of "sellel," meaning "on this" or "on it."
In a sentence
Sel laual on raamat.
On this table, there's a book.
Here, 'sel' is used in the locative case, referring specifically to 'this' table within the context.
Ma kuulsin sel nädalal uut laulu.
This week, I heard a new song.
In this sentence, 'sel' operates in the locative case, referring to 'this' within the context of the week.
Rääkides sel teemal, ma avastasin midagi huvitavat.
Speaking on this topic, I discovered something interesting.
'Sel' in this example is used to refer to 'this topic', showing its usage in discussing specific subjects.
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