Bedeutung
A dog of small size.
Kultureller Hintergrund
In Estonia, small dogs are often allowed in shopping malls and certain restaurants, provided they are well-behaved. This reflects a high level of social trust and pet integration. Similar to Finland and Sweden, Estonians value the 'outdoor life' for dogs. Even a 'väike koer' is expected to go for long walks in the forest, not just stay indoors. In high-rise districts like Lasnamäe, 'väike koer' is the most practical choice. There is a specific subculture of elderly ladies with small dogs who socialize in the courtyards. While folklore usually features the 'tark koer' (wise dog) or 'hunt' (wolf), the modern 'väike koer' appears in contemporary children's literature as a clever, often mischievous companion.
Agreement is Key
Always remember to change both words. If you say 'väikest', you must say 'koera'.
Don't say 'vähe koer'
'Vähe' means 'a small amount of'. Use 'väike' for physical size.
Bedeutung
A dog of small size.
Agreement is Key
Always remember to change both words. If you say 'väikest', you must say 'koera'.
Don't say 'vähe koer'
'Vähe' means 'a small amount of'. Use 'väike' for physical size.
Use Diminutives
If the dog is really cute, use 'koerake' to sound like a native speaker.
Dog Etiquette
In Estonia, even small dogs are expected to be quiet in public spaces.
Teste dich selbst
Fill in the correct form of 'väike koer' (Partitive case).
Ma näen aias ____.
The verb 'nägema' (to see) requires the partitive case for its object.
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
Choose the correct option:
In a simple 'This is...' sentence, we use the nominative case.
Match the Estonian phrase with its English translation.
Match the following:
Matching the cases: Plural, Genitive, and Allative.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Kas sul on suur koer? B: Ei, mul on ____.
The speaker is negating 'suur' (large) with 'väike' (small).
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Visuelle Lernhilfen
Size Comparison
Aufgabensammlung
4 AufgabenMa näen aias ____.
The verb 'nägema' (to see) requires the partitive case for its object.
Choose the correct option:
In a simple 'This is...' sentence, we use the nominative case.
Ordne jedem Element links seinen Partner rechts zu:
Matching the cases: Plural, Genitive, and Allative.
A: Kas sul on suur koer? B: Ei, mul on ____.
The speaker is negating 'suur' (large) with 'väike' (small).
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Häufig gestellte Fragen
12 FragenMul on väike koer.
Väikesed koerad.
It's better to use 'kutsikas', but 'väike koer' is technically correct if the puppy is small.
Väikese koera.
It is neutral and can be used in any situation.
Väikesele koerale.
Sülekoer.
Yes, they are very popular in cities like Tallinn.
Koerake.
Väikest koera.
Some use 'rotikas', but it can be rude.
It sounds like 'ko-ehr' with a diphthong.
Verwandte Redewendungen
suur koer
contrastLarge dog
kutsikas
similarPuppy
koerake
specialized formLittle doggy
sülekoer
specialized formLap dog
peni
synonymHound/Dog
haukuma
builds onTo bark
