No. 547 in Estonian
teisi
The Estonian word "teisi" means "others" or "other people" in English.
In a sentence
Ma lugesin täna raamatuid, et õppida teisi kultuure ja komme.
I read books today to learn about other cultures and customs.
The word 'teisi' here is used as a plural form in the partitive case referring to other cultures and customs.
Aitasime teistele inimestele, kes olid hädas.
We helped other people who were in trouble.
Here, 'teistele' is the allative case of 'teised,' indicating direction or giving to others.
Maria soovitas mulle kohtuda teise õpetajaga.
Maria suggested I meet with another teacher.
In this case, 'teise' is the singular form in the allative case referring to another teacher.
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