Signification
Using a bus for transportation.
Contexte culturel
Public transport is highly valued. In Tallinn, it is free for residents, which has led to a high usage rate of the phrase 'bussiga sõitma'. When riding the bus, Estonians are generally very quiet. Talking loudly on a phone while 'bussiga sõitmas' is considered rude. The 'Lux Express' buses are a point of pride. They are often preferred over trains because they are more frequent and reach more places. In small villages, the bus is often the only connection to the city. The 'bussigraafik' (bus schedule) is a vital piece of information.
The '-ga' Rule
Always remember that for any vehicle, you just add '-ga' and use 'sõitma'. It works for cars, trains, and even spaceships!
No 'Take'!
Never use the verb 'võtma' (to take) for transportation. It's the most common mistake for English speakers.
Signification
Using a bus for transportation.
The '-ga' Rule
Always remember that for any vehicle, you just add '-ga' and use 'sõitma'. It works for cars, trains, and even spaceships!
No 'Take'!
Never use the verb 'võtma' (to take) for transportation. It's the most common mistake for English speakers.
Tallinn Travel
If you are in Tallinn, mention 'tasuta sõit' (free ride) when talking about 'bussiga sõitma' to sound like a local.
Silence is Golden
When you are 'bussiga sõitmas', keep your voice down. Estonians value a quiet commute.
Teste-toi
Fill in the correct form of 'buss' with the '-ga' ending.
Ma sõidan iga päev ______ tööle.
We use the adessive case '-ga' to show the means of transport.
Which sentence is correct?
How do you say 'I rode the bus yesterday'?
'Sõitsin' is the past tense of 'sõitma'.
Match the Estonian phrase to its English meaning.
Match the following:
All these use the '-ga' case for the vehicle.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Kuidas sa Tartusse saad? B: Ma ______ ______.
This is the most natural way to answer a question about travel plans.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesMa sõidan iga päev ______ tööle.
We use the adessive case '-ga' to show the means of transport.
How do you say 'I rode the bus yesterday'?
'Sõitsin' is the past tense of 'sõitma'.
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
All these use the '-ga' case for the vehicle.
A: Kuidas sa Tartusse saad? B: Ma ______ ______.
This is the most natural way to answer a question about travel plans.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
12 questionsYes, 'Ma lähen bussiga' (I go by bus) is very common and often interchangeable with 'Ma sõidan bussiga'.
'Sõitma' is the ma-infinitive (used after verbs like 'must' or 'go'), while 'sõita' is the da-infinitive (used after 'like' or 'want').
It is neutral. It's appropriate for both friends and bosses.
You say 'Ma olen bussis'. This describes your location, while 'bussiga sõitma' describes the action of traveling.
Estonian nouns usually take their genitive form (bussi) before adding the '-ga' ending.
Yes, 'buss' covers everything from city buses to luxury coaches.
Just swap the noun: 'rongiga sõitma'.
Both are correct, but 'bussiga sõitma' is the more common word order.
Then you say 'Ma juhin bussi'.
No, Estonian has no articles. 'Bussiga' can mean 'with a bus' or 'with the bus'.
Extremely common, especially in cities where public transport is excellent.
Ask 'Millise bussiga ma pean sõitma?'
Expressions liées
Autoga sõitma
similarTo drive/go by car
Rattaga sõitma
similarTo ride a bike
Bussi peale minema
builds onTo get on the bus
Bussist maha tulema
contrastTo get off the bus
Jalgsi minema
contrastTo go on foot
Ühistransporti kasutama
specialized formTo use public transport
