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Short, practical lessons for the Estonian A2 and B1 state exam — vocabulary, grammar and the mistakes to avoid. Want to practise? Try a free practice exam.

grammarA2· 8/31/2026

Mastering Estonian Time Words for A2 Exams

Time words are crucial in any language, especially when preparing for your A2 Estonian exam. Understanding and using words like täna (today), homme (tomorrow), and eile (yesterday) will help you discuss everyday activities and plans more fluently. Let's look at some examples: 1. Täna: Täna ma lähen tööle. EN: Today I am going to work. Use 'täna' to talk about actions happening within the current day. 2. Homme: Homme on mul koosolek. EN: Tomorrow I have a meeting. 'Homme' helps you plan and discuss future activities. 3. Eile: Eile olin kodus. EN: Yesterday I was at home. 'Eile' allows you to talk about past events. A common mistake to avoid is confusing these words, as it can change the meaning of a sentence entirely. For example, saying "Homme ma olen tööle" instead of "Täna ma lähen tööle" could lead to misunderstandings about when you're going to work. Practice by writing a short diary entry in Estonian, using täna, homme, and eile to describe your activities.

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mistakeA2· 8/31/2026

Understanding Estonian Verbs: Meeldib vs. Armastan

In Estonian, 'meeldib' and 'armastan' are two verbs that express different levels of affection or preference. 'Meeldib' is used to indicate that something is pleasing to you. For example, if you enjoy watching movies, you would say: Mulle meeldib filme vaadata. EN: I like watching movies. RU: Мне нравится смотреть фильмы. On the other hand, 'armastan' is a stronger verb used to express love or deep affection, typically towards people or things you are passionate about. For example: Ma armastan oma ema. EN: I love my mother. RU: Я люблю свою маму. A common mistake is using 'armastan' when you simply mean you like something. Remember, saying „Ma armastan šokolaadi“ implies a deep love for chocolate, not just liking it! To practice, try creating your own sentences using both 'meeldib' and 'armastan' to describe things you like and love. Visit https://examspoint.ee/modules for more practice exercises.

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vocabA2· 8/31/2026

Understanding the Estonian Word 'Kool' for Your Exam

One of the fundamental words you need to know for the Estonian A2 state exam is 'kool,' which translates to 'school' in English. This term is crucial as it relates to education, a common topic in exams. Let's look at a few example sentences: Kool on väga oluline iga lapse elus. EN: School is very important in every child's life. Kas sa käid täna koolis? EN: Are you going to school today? Minu kool asub linnas. EN: My school is located in the city. A common mistake learners make is confusing 'kool' with similar-sounding words in other languages. Ensure you pronounce it correctly with the long 'o'. To practice, try writing five sentences using 'kool.' Check out more practice exercises at https://examspoint.ee/modules.

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