When you're learning Estonian at an A1 level, focusing on practical vocabulary is key. The word arve is one such word you'll find very useful in everyday situations.
You'll encounter arve when you're paying for things, whether it's at a restaurant, a shop, or for utilities. Understanding this word helps you navigate basic financial transactions in Estonia.
It's important to differentiate it from words like 'receipt' (tšekk), although sometimes they are used interchangeably in informal contexts. However, arve specifically refers to a bill or an invoice, detailing services or goods provided and the amount owed.
Learning words like arve early on will build a solid foundation for more complex Estonian conversations. It directly helps you communicate your needs in real-world scenarios.
When you're out and about in Estonia, especially in shops or restaurants, you'll often encounter the word arve. It means a bill or an invoice.
For example, when you finish your meal, you might ask for arve. Or, if you buy something and need a receipt, you could ask for an arve.
It's a very practical word to know for everyday situations, helping you manage your purchases and payments effectively.
When you're shopping or paying for services in Estonia, you'll frequently encounter the word arve. It's the standard term for a bill you receive after a purchase, whether it's at a restaurant, a store, or for utilities. Think of it like an invoice that itemizes what you owe. So, if you hear "Kas ma saaksin arve?" someone is asking, "Could I get the bill?"
When you're dealing with money in Estonia, whether it's paying for groceries, utilities, or even just a coffee, you'll encounter the word arve. It's a fundamental term to understand because it literally means 'bill' or 'invoice'.
Knowing arve will help you navigate everyday transactions. For example, if you're at a restaurant, you might ask for 'palun arve' to request the bill. It's also used for official documents, like a monthly electricity invoice.
While the concept is straightforward, remember that in Estonian, nouns have cases. So, depending on how you use 'arve' in a sentence, its ending might change, but the core meaning of 'bill' or 'invoice' remains.
When you're dealing with finances or transactions in Estonia, the word arve is essential. It directly translates to 'bill' or 'invoice' in English. This isn't just about paying for your coffee; it covers a wide range of situations from utility bills to invoices for services rendered.
Understanding arve is crucial for everyday life in Estonia, whether you're shopping, dining, or managing household expenses. You'll encounter it frequently, so recognizing its meaning will greatly assist in navigating financial interactions smoothly. It's a fundamental term for anyone living or doing business in Estonia.
arve en 30 secondes
- Document for payment
- Itemizes goods/services
- States amount owed
§ What does 'arve' mean and when do people use it?
The Estonian word arve (noun) is essential for everyday life. At its core, arve means a bill or an invoice. Think of any situation where you need to pay for goods or services, and you'll likely encounter an arve. It's a fundamental word, especially for anyone living in or visiting Estonia, as it's how you'll be asked to settle payments in various contexts.
- Definition
- A bill or invoice.
You'll hear and use arve in many common scenarios. For example, when you finish a meal at a restaurant, you'll ask for the arve. When you buy groceries, you'll get an arve, although it might often be called a tšekk (receipt) in this specific case. However, for larger purchases or services like repairs, utilities, or rent, arve is the correct and most common term.
Kas ma saaksin arve, palun?
Hint: Can I get the bill, please?
This is a classic phrase you'll use in cafes and restaurants. It's polite and directly asks for the payment summary.
Consider these common situations where you'll encounter arve:
- At a restaurant or cafe: After your meal, you'll request arve to pay.
- For utility payments: Your electricity, water, and internet statements are all referred to as arve.
- Rent: Your monthly rent statement will be an arve.
- Service providers: If you get your car repaired, a plumber fixes something, or you hire a freelance professional, they will issue you an arve.
- Business transactions: In a business context, when one company sells goods or services to another, an arve (invoice) is always generated.
Understanding arve is crucial for handling your finances and daily transactions in Estonia. It's a practical word that you'll use frequently, and knowing how to ask for and understand an arve will make your interactions much smoother.
Mul on vaja maksta elektri arve.
Hint: I need to pay the electricity bill.
This example shows how arve is used with specific services. You simply attach the type of bill (e.g., electricity, water) before arve to specify it. This is a very common construction in Estonian.
Tere! Let's get straight to how to use the Estonian word arve effectively in sentences. Understanding its grammatical forms and common prepositions will make your Estonian sound much more natural.
§ Basic Usage of arve
The word arve means 'bill' or 'invoice'. In its basic form, it functions just like in English.
Ma vajan arvet.
Translation hint: I need a bill.
§ Plural Forms
If you're dealing with multiple bills, the plural form is arved (nominative plural).
Kõik arved on makstud.
Translation hint: All bills are paid.
§ Common Prepositions and Cases
Estonian uses cases instead of many prepositions you find in English. Here's how arve behaves with common scenarios:
On the bill: Use the inessive case arvel.
Mida on arvel?
Translation hint: What is on the bill?
For the bill: Use the allative case arvele or the genitive case with a postposition like eest.
Maksa arve eest.
Translation hint: Pay for the bill.
To pay a bill: You'll often see the partitive case here, as you're acting upon the bill.
Ma tahan arvet maksta.
Translation hint: I want to pay the bill.
§ Related phrases with arve
- Küsida arvet
- To ask for the bill (literally 'to ask a bill')
Kas ma saan arvet küsida?
Translation hint: Can I ask for the bill?
- Pikk arve
- A long bill / An expensive bill
See on päris pikk arve!
Translation hint: That's quite an expensive bill!
§ Common Mistakes to Avoid
Don't forget the cases! Estonian is a case-driven language. Simply using arve in its nominative form all the time will sound incorrect.
Pay attention to whether you need the definite (genitive or nominative) or indefinite (partitive) form, depending on whether you're talking about 'the bill' or 'a bill'.
Practice these examples and you'll be well on your way to confidently using arve in Estonian. Head to the next section for more!
Alright, let's talk about 'arve'. This word is super common, and you'll hear it a lot in everyday Estonian. We've defined it as 'a bill or invoice', but like many words, it has nuances. Let's break down when to use 'arve' and when you might hear other related terms.
§ The Core Meaning of 'Arve'
At its heart, 'arve' refers to an official document asking for payment for goods or services. Think of it as what you get after a meal at a restaurant, or what a plumber gives you for fixing your sink.
Kas ma saaksin arve, palun?
- Translation Hint
- Can I get the bill, please?
Elektri arve tuli.
- Translation Hint
- The electricity bill arrived.
§ 'Tšekk' (Receipt) vs. 'Arve' (Bill/Invoice)
This is an important distinction for A1 learners. While both relate to transactions, they're not the same.
- Tšekk
- A 'tšekk' is a *receipt*. You get it *after* you've paid. It confirms your payment.
- Arve
- An 'arve' is a *bill* or *invoice*. You get it *before* you pay. It tells you how much you owe.
Ma vajan tšekki tagastamiseks.
- Translation Hint
- I need the receipt for the return.
Palun saatke mulle arve e-posti teel.
- Translation Hint
- Please send me the invoice by email.
§ 'Kviitung' (Formal Receipt)
'Kviitung' is another word for a receipt, often used in a slightly more formal context or for specific types of transactions. While 'tšekk' is very common for everyday purchases, 'kviitung' might be used for things like rent payments or official financial records. For an A1 learner, focusing on 'tšekk' for general receipts is perfectly fine, but it's good to recognize 'kviitung' too.
Makse kviitung on lisatud.
- Translation Hint
- The payment receipt is attached.
§ 'Eelarve' (Budget)
This word might pop up and confuse you because it contains 'arve'. However, 'eelarve' means 'budget'. It's about planning your money, not getting a bill for something you've already received.
Peame oma eelarvet kontrollima.
- Translation Hint
- We need to check our budget.
§ Summary: When to Use 'Arve'
Stick to 'arve' when you're talking about:
- A restaurant bill.
- An invoice for services (like repairs, internet, phone).
- Utility bills (electricity, water, heating).
- Any formal request for payment for something you've received or will receive.
The key takeaway is that 'arve' is about money *owed*. If you've already paid and need proof, you're looking for a 'tšekk' or 'kviitung'. If you're planning your finances, you're dealing with an 'eelarve'. Keep these distinctions clear, and you'll navigate Estonian financial vocabulary like a pro!
How Formal Is It?
"Palun tasuge arve kümne päeva jooksul. (Please pay the invoice within ten days.)"
"Kas saaksime arve kohe maksta? (Could we pay the bill right away?)"
"Mul tuli suur arve. (I got a big bill.)"
"Emme maksab elektriarve ära. (Mommy will pay the electricity bill.)"
"Pead maksuarve ära klaarima. (You need to clear the tax bill.)"
Le savais-tu ?
Many Estonian words have German origins due to historical ties and centuries of German influence in the region.
Niveau de difficulté
Short, common word.
Short, common word.
Easy to pronounce.
Common, clear pronunciation.
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Prérequis
Apprends ensuite
Avancé
Exemples par niveau
See on minu arve.
This is my bill.
Possessive pronoun 'minu' (my) used before the noun 'arve' (bill).
Palun arve!
The bill, please!
A common way to ask for the bill in a restaurant or cafe. 'Palun' means 'please'.
Ma maksan arve.
I pay the bill.
'Maksan' is the first person singular of 'maksma' (to pay).
Kas see on õige arve?
Is this the correct bill?
'Õige' means 'correct' or 'right'.
Mul on uus arve.
I have a new bill.
'Mul on' means 'I have'. 'Uus' means 'new'.
See arve on suur.
This bill is big/large.
'Suur' means 'big' or 'large'.
Palun anna mulle arve.
Please give me the bill.
'Anna' is the imperative form of 'andma' (to give).
Kus on minu arve?
Where is my bill?
'Kus' means 'where'.
Kas ma saaksin arve oma ostu eest?
Could I get the bill for my purchase?
Palun saatke arve minu ettevõtte aadressile.
Please send the invoice to my company's address.
Ma pean arve enne homset tasuma.
I need to pay the bill before tomorrow.
See arve sisaldab kõiki teenustasusid.
This invoice includes all service fees.
Arve oli oodatust suurem.
The bill was larger than expected.
Ma kontrollisin arve ja kõik tundub õige.
I checked the invoice and everything seems correct.
Kas te väljastate arveid ka PDF-vormingus?
Do you also issue invoices in PDF format?
Ma vajan arvet raamatupidamise jaoks.
I need the bill for accounting.
Palun saatke arve minu ettevõtte aadressile.
Please send the invoice to my company's address.
Ma ei saa arvest aru, kas saaksid seda selgitada?
I don't understand the bill, could you explain it?
Hotelli arve oli oodatust suurem.
The hotel bill was higher than expected.
Kas te saaksite koostada eraldi arve iga teenuse eest?
Could you prepare a separate invoice for each service?
Ma pean enne tasumist arve üle kontrollima.
I need to check the bill before paying.
Elektriarve on sel kuul eriti kõrge.
The electricity bill is particularly high this month.
Kas saite minu e-posti teel saadetud arve kätte?
Did you receive the invoice I sent by email?
See arve tuleb tasuda kümne päeva jooksul.
This bill must be paid within ten days.
Modèles grammaticaux
Expressions idiomatiques
"arvet tasuma"
to pay the bill
Ma pean arve tasuma enne, kui lahkun. (I need to pay the bill before I leave.)
neutral"arvet tegema"
to make out an invoice
Raamatupidaja teeb arvet iga kuu. (The accountant makes out an invoice every month.)
neutral"arvet pidama"
to keep accounts / to keep track of something
Pean arvet oma kulutuste üle. (I need to keep track of my expenses.)
neutral"arvesse võtma"
to take into account / to consider
Me peame kõiki asjaolusid arvesse võtma. (We need to take all circumstances into account.)
neutral"suur arve"
a large bill (often implying expensive)
See oli väga suur arve! (That was a very large bill!)
neutral"väike arve"
a small bill (often implying inexpensive)
Õnneks oli see väike arve. (Luckily, it was a small bill.)
neutral"arvel olema"
to be on the bill / to be accounted for
Kõik kaubad on arvel. (All goods are on the bill.)
neutral"arve tasumata jätma"
to leave a bill unpaid
Ma ei tohi arvet tasumata jätta. (I must not leave the bill unpaid.)
neutral"arve tasumise tähtaeg"
bill payment deadline
Arve tasumise tähtaeg on esmaspäev. (The bill payment deadline is Monday.)
neutral"arve esitama"
to present an invoice / to issue a bill
Restoran esitas arve. (The restaurant presented the bill.)
neutralStructures de phrases
Mul on vaja ... .
Mul on vaja arvet.
Palun anna mulle ... .
Palun anna mulle arve.
... on siin.
Arve on siin.
Ma maksan ... .
Ma maksan arve.
See on minu ... .
See on minu arve.
Kas see on ...?
Kas see on arve?
Ma sain ... .
Ma sain arve.
Kus on ...?
Kus on arve?
Origine du mot
German
Sens originel : Rechnung (German for invoice/bill)
Proto-GermanicContexte culturel
The concept of an 'arve' is universal, but understanding how bills are presented and paid in Estonia is useful for daily life. For instance, it's common to receive an 'arve' via email for utilities or services.
Pratique dans la vie réelle
Contextes réels
Restaurant/Café
- Kas ma saaksin arve palun?
- Arve on natuke kõrge.
- Palun eraldi arved.
Shopping
- Ma vajan arvet garantiiks.
- Kas te saaksite mulle arve saata?
- Arve on makstud.
Utilities/Services
- Elektriarve tuli just.
- Telefoniteenuste arve.
- Ma ei saa aru sellest arvest.
Business/Finance
- Saadan teile arve e-posti teel.
- Kas arve on tasutud?
- See on minu esimese kvartali arve.
Hotels/Accommodation
- Ma tahaksin oma arve tasuda.
- Kas arve sisaldab hommikusööki?
- Arve lahkumisel.
Amorces de conversation
"What is the most expensive bill you've ever received?"
"How do you usually pay your bills?"
"Have you ever argued about a bill?"
"What's a common bill you get monthly?"
"What do you do if you think a bill is wrong?"
Sujets d'écriture
Describe a time you were surprised by a bill (positively or negatively).
Write about how you budget for and manage your monthly bills.
Imagine you are explaining the concept of an 'arve' to someone who has never heard of a bill before.
Reflect on the importance of bills in daily life and commerce.
Write about a hypothetical situation where you need to dispute an 'arve' in Estonia.
Questions fréquentes
10 questions'Arve' is the common word for a bill or invoice. 'Faktuur' is a more formal or legal term for an invoice, often used in business contexts. For everyday use, 'arve' is what you'll hear and use most often.
You can simply say 'Arve, palun!' (Bill, please!) or 'Kas ma saaksin arve?' (Could I get the bill?). Both are perfectly fine.
Mostly, yes. When you say 'arve,' it almost always refers to a financial bill or invoice. You wouldn't use it for, say, a bird's bill.
You'd say 'Ma pean arve maksma' (I need to pay the bill) or 'Maksa arve ära' (Pay the bill off). 'Maksma' is the verb 'to pay'.
Not really. For a receipt, you'd typically use 'tšekk'. An 'arve' is more about what you owe, while a 'tšekk' confirms you've paid.
Estonian doesn't have grammatical gender, so nouns aren't masculine or feminine. This makes things a bit easier for learners!
You'd say 'kommunaalarve' or 'kommunaalteenuste arve'. 'Kommunaal' relates to utilities.
You could say 'Mis on arve kokku?' (What is the total bill?) or 'Kui palju on arve?' (How much is the bill?).
Often through online banking ('internetipank') or by direct debit ('püsimaksekorraldus'). For smaller amounts or in restaurants, card payments are very common.
Yes, you might hear 'elektriarve' (electricity bill), 'telefoniarve' (phone bill), or 'veearve' (water bill). It's usually combined with the service it's for.
Teste-toi 108 questions
The speaker needs to pay something.
The speaker is asking about ownership of something to be paid.
The speaker is looking for something specific.
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Palun arve.
Focus: arve
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See on minu arve.
Focus: minu arve
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Ma vajan arvet.
Focus: vajan arvet
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Imagine you just finished eating at a restaurant in Estonia. You need to ask for the bill. Write down what you would say.
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Palun arve.
You are at a shop and want to know if the price on the tag is the final price, or if there will be an additional bill. How would you ask if this includes the bill?
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Kas see on arve?
You received a bill for your internet service. You want to say 'The bill is here.' in Estonian.
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Arve on siin.
What does Jaanus ask for?
Read this passage:
Jaanus sööb restoranis. Ta küsib: 'Palun arve.'
What does Jaanus ask for?
'Arve' means bill.
'Arve' means bill.
What does Kaja receive at the shop?
Read this passage:
Pood: 'Siin on sinu arve.' Kaja maksab.
What does Kaja receive at the shop?
'Arve' means bill or invoice.
'Arve' means bill or invoice.
What does the speaker need?
Read this passage:
Ma vajan arve. Kas sa saad aidata?
What does the speaker need?
'Ma vajan arve' means 'I need a bill'.
'Ma vajan arve' means 'I need a bill'.
This means 'I ask for the bill'. In Estonian, the verb often comes after the subject.
This translates to 'This is your invoice'. 'See' means 'this', 'on' is 'is', and 'sinu' is 'your'.
This means 'Can I get the bill?'. 'Kas' indicates a question, 'ma' is 'I', and 'saan' is 'can get'.
Ma unustasin kohvikus _____ küsida. (I forgot to ask for the ___ in the cafe.)
The context implies asking for payment after a meal, so 'arve' (bill) is the most appropriate word.
Kas te saaksite mulle palun _____ saata e-posti teel? (Could you please send me the ___ by email?)
When requesting a formal document for payment or a detailed list of services, 'arve' (invoice) is the correct term.
Minu _____ oli 25 eurot. (My ___ was 25 euros.)
This sentence refers to the total amount due, which is represented by 'arve' (bill).
Kontrollige palun _____, kas kõik on õige. (Please check the ___ to see if everything is correct.)
It's common to check a bill or invoice for accuracy, making 'arve' the suitable word.
Ma pean homme _____ tasuma. (I need to pay the ___ tomorrow.)
The verb 'tasuma' (to pay) directly relates to 'arve' (invoice or bill).
Me ootame veel restorani _____. (We are still waiting for the restaurant's ___.)
After a meal in a restaurant, one typically waits for the 'arve' (bill).
Which word means 'bill' or 'invoice'?
'Arve' is the Estonian word for 'bill' or 'invoice'.
I need to pay the _____.
You pay a 'bill' or 'invoice', which is 'arve' in Estonian.
The waiter brought the _____ to the table.
After eating, the waiter brings the 'bill' ('arve').
The word 'arve' means 'book'.
'Arve' means 'bill' or 'invoice', not 'book'. 'Raamat' means 'book'.
You can receive an 'arve' at a restaurant.
Yes, you receive a 'bill' ('arve') at a restaurant after your meal.
An 'arve' is something you wear.
An 'arve' is a bill or invoice, not an item of clothing.
The speaker needs to pay a bill.
Someone is asking about receiving a restaurant bill.
The speaker is asking for an invoice for products.
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Ma vajan seda arvet, et raha tagasi saada.
Focus: arvet
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Kus on elektriarve?
Focus: elektriarve
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See arve on liiga suur!
Focus: liiga suur
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Imagine you are at a restaurant in Estonia. Write a short note to your waiter asking for the bill. Use 'arve' correctly.
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Tere! Kas saaksime palun arve?
You bought something online and received an invoice via email. Write a simple sentence informing a friend that you got the invoice for your purchase. Use 'arve' correctly.
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Sain just oma ostu eest arve.
You are discussing monthly expenses with your flatmate. Write a sentence saying that the electricity bill is always high. Use 'arve' correctly.
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Elektri arve on alati nii kõrge.
Mida sai lugeja postiga?
Read this passage:
Täna hommikul saabus postiga minu telefoniarve. See oli suurem kui ma ootasin. Pean seda lähemalt uurima, et näha, miks see nii kallis on. Loodan, et seal pole viga.
Mida sai lugeja postiga?
The passage states: 'Täna hommikul saabus postiga minu telefoniarve.' which means 'This morning my phone bill arrived by mail.'
The passage states: 'Täna hommikul saabus postiga minu telefoniarve.' which means 'This morning my phone bill arrived by mail.'
Mida tegid inimesed pärast õhtusööki?
Read this passage:
Pärast õhtusööki küsisime ettekandjalt arvet. Ta tõi selle kiiresti ja me maksime kaardiga. Arve oli korrektne ja me jätsime talle jootraha.
Mida tegid inimesed pärast õhtusööki?
The passage says: 'Pärast õhtusööki küsisime ettekandjalt arvet.' which translates to 'After dinner, we asked the waiter for the bill.'
The passage says: 'Pärast õhtusööki küsisime ettekandjalt arvet.' which translates to 'After dinner, we asked the waiter for the bill.'
Mis juhtub, kui arvet ei tasuta õigeaegselt?
Read this passage:
Ettevõte saadab igal kuul klientidele arved. Need arved tuleb tasuda kindlaks kuupäevaks. Kui arvet ei tasuta õigeaegselt, lisanduvad viivised.
Mis juhtub, kui arvet ei tasuta õigeaegselt?
The passage clearly states: 'Kui arvet ei tasuta õigeaegselt, lisanduvad viivised.' meaning 'If the bill is not paid on time, late fees will be added.'
The passage clearly states: 'Kui arvet ei tasuta õigeaegselt, lisanduvad viivised.' meaning 'If the bill is not paid on time, late fees will be added.'
Palun too mulle ____, ma tahaksin maksta.
The context 'ma tahaksin maksta' (I would like to pay) indicates that a 'bill' (arve) is needed.
Kas te saaksite mulle emaili peale ____ saata?
Asking to send something via email, related to payment, implies an 'invoice' (arve).
Restoranis on kombeks, et kelner toob ____ lauda.
After eating at a restaurant, the waiter brings the 'bill' (arve) to the table.
Ma pean homme ____ tasuma.
'Tasuma' means to pay. One typically pays a 'bill' (arve).
Kontrollige palun, kas ____ on kõik õige.
When checking if 'everything is correct', especially in a financial context, one checks 'on the bill' (arvel).
Maksin oma telefoni ____ ära.
You 'pay' (maksin ära) a 'bill' (arve) for your phone.
Choose the correct sentence: The bill for dinner was quite high.
In Estonian, 'arve' is singular when referring to a single bill. 'Oli' is the singular past tense of 'olema' (to be).
Which sentence correctly uses 'arve' in the context of paying?
When using the verb 'maksma' (to pay) with 'arve' (bill), 'arve' is typically in the partitive case for an ongoing action, or in the nominative for a completed action of paying a specific bill. 'Maksan arve' means 'I will pay the bill' or 'I pay the bill'. 'Maksin arve' means 'I paid the bill'. 'Maksan arvet' is also grammatically correct in certain contexts, for example, if you are paying part of the bill. However, for a simple statement of paying the bill, 'maksan arve' or 'maksin arve' is most common.
Select the sentence where 'arve' means 'invoice'.
This sentence clearly refers to an invoice being sent, a common use for 'arve'. The other options relate more to a general bill, such as in a restaurant.
The sentence 'Kas sa oled arve juba maksnud?' means 'Have you already paid the bill?'
'Kas sa oled ... maksnud?' is the correct structure for 'Have you ... paid?' in Estonian, and 'arve' correctly translates to 'the bill'.
If you ask for 'eraldi arve', you want a bigger bill.
'Eraldi arve' means 'separate bill'. If you want a bigger bill, you would typically refer to the amount, not the separation of bills.
The phrase 'arve esitamine' refers to presenting or submitting a bill/invoice.
'Esitamine' means 'presentation' or 'submission', so 'arve esitamine' directly translates to 'presenting the bill' or 'submitting the invoice'.
Imagine you're at a restaurant in Tallinn. Write a short note to the waiter asking for the bill. Use 'arve' correctly.
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Vabandage, kas ma saaksin arve, palun?
You bought some groceries and want to check the invoice. Write a sentence saying, 'I need to check the invoice.'
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Ma pean arvet kontrollima.
You are discussing expenses with a friend. Write a sentence stating, 'The bill is quite high.'
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See arve on päris kõrge.
Miks peab inimene poodi tagasi minema?
Read this passage:
Käisin eile poes ja ostsin uue raamatu. Koju jõudes vaatasin arvet ja märkasin, et mulle oli valesti arvestatud. Pean tagasi poodi minema.
Miks peab inimene poodi tagasi minema?
Passage says 'vaatasin arvet ja märkasin, et mulle oli valesti arvestatud' which means 'I looked at the bill and noticed that I had been charged incorrectly.'
Passage says 'vaatasin arvet ja märkasin, et mulle oli valesti arvestatud' which means 'I looked at the bill and noticed that I had been charged incorrectly.'
Mis oli selleks ajaks, kui klient arvet palus, juba valmis?
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Hotellist lahkudes palusin administraatorilt arvet. Arve oli juba valmis ja ma maksin selle kohe ära. Kõik oli korras.
Mis oli selleks ajaks, kui klient arvet palus, juba valmis?
The passage states 'Arve oli juba valmis', meaning 'The bill was already ready'.
The passage states 'Arve oli juba valmis', meaning 'The bill was already ready'.
Miks peab inimene maksma elektriarve enne nädala lõppu?
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Mul on vaja maksta elektriarve enne nädala lõppu. Kui ma seda õigeks ajaks ei maksa, siis tuleb viivis. Pean pangakontori kaudu maksma, sest internetipank ei tööta.
Miks peab inimene maksma elektriarve enne nädala lõppu?
The passage says 'Kui ma seda õigeks ajaks ei maksa, siis tuleb viivis', meaning 'If I don't pay it on time, there will be a late fee'.
The passage says 'Kui ma seda õigeks ajaks ei maksa, siis tuleb viivis', meaning 'If I don't pay it on time, there will be a late fee'.
This sentence translates to 'I have to pay the bill.' 'Pean maksma' means 'have to pay', and 'arve' is 'the bill'.
This means 'Did you get my bill by email?' 'Saite' is 'did you get', 'minu arve' is 'my bill', and 'e-posti' means 'by email'.
This translates to 'In the restaurant, I asked the waiter for the bill.' 'Restoranis' is 'in the restaurant', 'küsisin ettekandjalt' is 'I asked the waiter', and 'arve' is 'the bill'.
Check the invoice before paying.
Could we get a payment order for the bill?
The bill has already been paid.
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Palun saatke mulle e-posti teel detailne arve.
Focus: detailne
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Kui suur on selle kuu elektriarve?
Focus: elektriarve
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Võiksite arve ümber teha, palun.
Focus: ümber teha
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Imagine you're at a restaurant in Estonia. Write a short dialogue where you ask for the bill and discuss paying with a friend. Include the word 'arve'.
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Mina: Vabandust, kas ma saaksin arve palun? Sõber: Muidugi. Kas me maksame eraldi? Mina: Jah, see oleks tore.
You've received an incorrect electricity bill. Write an email to the utility company explaining the error and requesting a corrected 'arve'.
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Tere päevast, Kirjutan teile seoses minu viimase elektriarvega, mis tundub olevat vale. Arve summa on oodatust kõrgem ja ma kahtlustan, et seal on viga. Palun kontrollige arve uuesti ja saatke mulle parandatud arve. Tänan ette.
Describe a situation where you had to pay an unexpected 'arve'. What was it for, and how did you feel about it?
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Mäletan, kui sain ootamatu arve auto remondi eest. See oli üsna suur summa ja tekitas natuke stressi, sest ma ei olnud selleks valmis. Auto vajas hädasti parandamist, nii et maksin selle ära, kuigi see oli ebameeldiv üllatus.
Miks klient arvet küsib?
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Klienditeenindaja: Tere! Kuidas ma saan teid aidata? Klient: Tere. Ma sooviksin palun arvet minu ostu eest. Ma pean selle esitama oma tööandjale. Klienditeenindaja: Muidugi, hetk palun. Siin on teie arve. Kas soovite seda paberil või e-postiga?
Miks klient arvet küsib?
Klient ütleb otse: 'Ma pean selle esitama oma tööandjale.'
Klient ütleb otse: 'Ma pean selle esitama oma tööandjale.'
Mis oli probleem arvega?
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Eile õhtul käisime sõpradega uues restoranis. Toit oli maitsev, aga teenindus jättis soovida. Kui küsisime arvet, unustati see mitu korda tuua. Lõpuks, kui arve saime, märkasime, et sinna oli lisatud üks jook, mida me ei tellinud.
Mis oli probleem arvega?
Tekstis mainitakse: 'märkasime, et sinna oli lisatud üks jook, mida me ei tellinud.'
Tekstis mainitakse: 'märkasime, et sinna oli lisatud üks jook, mida me ei tellinud.'
Miks oli isik hotelliarvega seoses šokeeritud?
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Pangast saabus teade, et minu pangakaardiga on tasutud hotelliarve Riias. Olin šokeeritud, sest ma pole viimasel ajal Riias käinud. Tundub, et keegi on minu kaardi andmeid kuritarvitanud. Pean kohe panka helistama ja selle arve vaidlustama.
Miks oli isik hotelliarvega seoses šokeeritud?
Tekstis on öeldud: 'Olin šokeeritud, sest ma pole viimasel ajal Riias käinud.'
Tekstis on öeldud: 'Olin šokeeritud, sest ma pole viimasel ajal Riias käinud.'
This sentence means 'Please send the invoice to my company's address.' The order follows a typical Estonian sentence structure for a request.
This sentence translates to 'I forgot to pay last month's phone bill.' The possessive 'eelmise kuu' (last month's) precedes 'telefoniarve' (phone bill).
This sentence means 'Please check the bill amount before paying.' The verb 'kontrollige' (check) starts the imperative sentence, followed by the object.
This sentence requests an invoice to be sent via email. The order is polite request, verb, indirect object, direct object, method.
This is a question asking if the invoice sent yesterday was received. The order is question particle, verb, time, adjective, direct object, particle.
This sentence indicates finding an invoice in the spam folder of an email. The order is pronoun, verb, demonstrative, direct object, possessive, location, more specific location.
Pärast õhtusööki esitati meile ___ neljale inimesele. (After dinner, we were presented with a ___ for four people.)
In this context, 'arve' refers to the bill for the meal.
Palun kontrollige hoolikalt ___ enne maksmist, et vältida vigu. (Please check the ___ carefully before paying to avoid mistakes.)
Here, 'arve' means the invoice or bill that needs to be reviewed.
Ettevõte saatis meile e-posti teel iga kuu ___ osutatud teenuste eest. (The company sent us a monthly ___ via email for the services rendered.)
'Arve' is used here in the sense of a recurring invoice for services.
Kas te saaksite palun lisada selle ostu ___ minu kliendikontole? (Could you please add the ___ for this purchase to my customer account?)
'Arve' refers to the bill or invoice associated with a purchase.
Meie raamatupidaja kontrollib alati kõiki laekuvaid ___ enne nende tasumist. (Our accountant always checks all incoming ___ before paying them.)
'Arveid' is the plural form of 'arve', referring to multiple invoices.
Kahjuks ei ole ma veel saanud kinnitust ega ka ___ remonditööde eest. (Unfortunately, I haven't yet received confirmation or the ___ for the repair work.)
In this case, 'arve' means the bill for the repair services.
Millise valiku puhul on 'arve' kasutatud ebakorrektselt?
Sõna 'arve' tähendab eesti keeles 'bill' või 'invoice', mitte 'laul' (song).
Kuidas ütleksite eesti keeles, et soovite restorani lõpus arvet?
Fraas 'Palun arvet!' on korrektne viis arve küsimiseks. Teised valikud küsivad menüüd, vett või tooli.
Mis on sarnase tähendusega sõna 'arve' puhul?
Kviitung on sageli arvega seotud dokument, mis tõendab makse sooritamist. Teised valikud ei ole tähenduselt piisavalt sarnased.
Eesti keeles saab 'arve' tähendada ainult paberist dokumenti, mida tuleb tasuda.
Sõna 'arve' võib tähendada ka pangakonto numbrit (konto number).
Kui keegi ütleb 'Ma maksin arve ära', siis see tähendab, et ta on tasunud oma kohustuse.
Fraas 'Ma maksin arve ära' tähendab, et makse on sooritatud ja kohustus täidetud.
Hotellis küsitakse tavaliselt 'arvet', kui soovitakse broneerida tuba.
Hotellis broneeritakse tuba, mitte ei küsita 'arvet'. 'Arvet' küsitakse teenuste eest tasumisel.
Imagine you're a small business owner in Estonia. Write a short email to a client explaining a delay in sending their invoice. Use appropriate formal language and clearly state when they can expect to receive it. Ensure you use the word "arve" correctly.
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Lugupeetud klient, Vabandan viivituse pärast teie arve saatmisel. Meil on hetkel süsteemidega probleeme, kuid loodame selle lahendada tänase päeva jooksul. Teie arve saadetakse teile hiljemalt homseks. Täname mõistva suhtumise eest. Lugupidamisega, [Teie nimi]
You are writing a complaint letter to a utility company about an incorrect bill. Detail the specific errors on the "arve" and explain why you believe it is wrong. Use formal Estonian.
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Lugupeetud [Ettevõtte nimi], Kirjutan seoses teie poolt saadetud arvega numbrile [arve number], mis minu arvates sisaldab vigu. Minu tarbimine on olnud oluliselt väiksem kui arvel näidatud ja usun, et tegemist on arvestusveaga. Palun kontrollige arve üle ja saatke mulle korrigeeritud arve. Lugupidamisega, [Teie nimi]
Describe a situation where you had to dispute an "arve" with a service provider. What was the outcome? Use descriptive language and convey your feelings about the experience.
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Mäletan, kuidas pidin vaidlustama telefoniettevõtte arve. See oli meeletult kõrge ja ma teadsin, et see ei saa õige olla. Pärast pikki telefonikõnesid ja e-kirju suutsin lõpuks tõestada, et tegemist oli veaga. See oli frustreeriv kogemus, kuid lõpuks sain õige arve ja õigluse jalule. See õpetas mulle, et alati tasub arved hoolikalt üle kontrollida.
Miks klient klienditeenindajaga räägib?
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Klienditeenindaja: Tere! Kuidas saan aidata? Klient: Tere! Sain teilt täna suure arve. Ma ei saa aru, miks see nii kõrge on. Klienditeenindaja: Palun öelge mulle oma arve number, siis saan kontrollida. Klient: See on ARV-2023-12345.
Miks klient klienditeenindajaga räägib?
Klient ütleb, et ta ei saa aru, miks arve nii kõrge on, mis viitab rahulolematusele arve suurusega.
Klient ütleb, et ta ei saa aru, miks arve nii kõrge on, mis viitab rahulolematusele arve suurusega.
Mida arutatakse koosolekul?
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Ettevõtte juhtide koosolek: Tegevjuht: Meie raamatupidaja teatas, et on aeg saata välja kõik detsembrikuu arved. Finantsdirektor: Jah, ma olen juba andnud korralduse arved süsteemist välja saata. Loodame, et kõik kliendid tasuvad õigeaegselt.
Mida arutatakse koosolekul?
Tegevjuht mainib, et on aeg saata välja detsembrikuu arved, ja finantsdirektor kinnitab, et korraldus on antud.
Tegevjuht mainib, et on aeg saata välja detsembrikuu arved, ja finantsdirektor kinnitab, et korraldus on antud.
Mis on uue seaduseelnõu peamine eesmärk?
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Uudisartikkel: Valitsus plaanib uue seaduseelnõu raames muuta käibemaksukohustuslastele arvete esitamise reegleid. Eesmärk on lihtsustada väiksemate ettevõtete halduskoormust ja vähendada bürokraatiat. See tähendab, et tulevikus on võimalik arveid esitada digitaalselt ja automaatselt.
Mis on uue seaduseelnõu peamine eesmärk?
Artiklis on selgelt öeldud, et eesmärk on lihtsustada väiksemate ettevõtete halduskoormust ja vähendada bürokraatiat.
Artiklis on selgelt öeldud, et eesmärk on lihtsustada väiksemate ettevõtete halduskoormust ja vähendada bürokraatiat.
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Summary
When you need to pay for something in Estonia, you'll often receive an 'arve'.
- Document for payment
- Itemizes goods/services
- States amount owed
