Bedeutung
Indicating that you understand something perfectly.
Kultureller Hintergrund
Estonians value 'talupojamõistus' (peasant wisdom/common sense). 'See on selge' appeals to this by focusing on practical, clear understanding rather than abstract theory. In Estonian meetings, silence often means agreement. If someone says 'See on selge', it is a definitive end to that agenda item. In Slack or Teams, Estonians often just react with a 'check' emoji or type 'Selge' to minimize digital noise. Estonian schools emphasize STEM. 'Selge' is used frequently in math and science to denote that a proof or logic holds up.
The Nod
When saying 'See on selge', a single firm nod is the standard Estonian body language to accompany it.
Don't Overuse
If you say it after every single sentence someone speaks, you might sound like you're rushing them.
Bedeutung
Indicating that you understand something perfectly.
The Nod
When saying 'See on selge', a single firm nod is the standard Estonian body language to accompany it.
Don't Overuse
If you say it after every single sentence someone speaks, you might sound like you're rushing them.
Use 'Selge' alone
In 90% of casual conversations, just saying 'Selge!' is more natural than the full sentence.
Directness
Don't be offended if an Estonian says this to you and then stops talking. It means they are satisfied with the info!
Teste dich selbst
Complete the sentence to say 'That is clear'.
See ___ selge.
We use the 3rd person singular 'on' (is) for the subject 'see' (this/that).
Which phrase is a common informal variation of 'See on selge'?
Vali õige vastus:
'Selge pilt' (Clear picture) is the most common idiomatic way to say 'Got it' informally.
Fill in the response for the student.
Õpetaja: 'Kas sa said ülesandest aru?' Õpilane: 'Jah, ___ ___ ___.'
The student confirms the task is clear.
Match the phrase to the correct context.
Context: Your friend explains how to get to the party.
You use 'See on selge' to confirm you understood the directions.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Visuelle Lernhilfen
Selge vs Puhas
Aufgabensammlung
4 AufgabenSee ___ selge.
We use the 3rd person singular 'on' (is) for the subject 'see' (this/that).
Vali õige vastus:
'Selge pilt' (Clear picture) is the most common idiomatic way to say 'Got it' informally.
Õpetaja: 'Kas sa said ülesandest aru?' Õpilane: 'Jah, ___ ___ ___.'
The student confirms the task is clear.
Context: Your friend explains how to get to the party.
You use 'See on selge' to confirm you understood the directions.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Häufig gestellte Fragen
10 FragenYes! 'Ma olen selge' or 'Ma olen kaine' both mean you are not under the influence.
'Selge' is more common and direct. 'Arusaadav' is slightly more formal and means 'understandable'.
Absolutely. It shows you are professional and have understood the instructions.
Use 'See ei ole selge' or 'See on segane'.
Yes, if the things that are clear are plural, use 'selged'. E.g., 'Need on selged'.
Yes, 'Selge taevas' means a clear sky.
It's informal/colloquial but very widely used by all ages.
It's a common way to say 'That's for sure' or 'Obviously'.
Because they value efficiency and want to confirm they've received the message.
Yes, for liquids like water or glass.
Verwandte Redewendungen
Selge pilt
synonymGot the picture / Understood
Sain aru
similarI understood
Arusaadav
similarUnderstandable
Täiesti selge
builds onCompletely clear
Segane
contrastConfusing / Messy
