You'll often encounter 'seisma' when talking about someone or something being in a standing position. Think of it as the direct equivalent to 'to stand' in English.
It's also used in expressions like 'aeg seisab' (time stands still) or 'seisma jääma' (to come to a halt/stop), so it has a broader meaning than just physical standing.
Pay attention to the context, as 'seisma' can imply both a static state of standing and the act of stopping.
When we talk about the verb "seisma" (to stand) at the C1 level, we can explore its more nuanced and idiomatic uses. Beyond the literal act of standing, "seisma" can imply a state of being, a position, or even a cessation of movement.
For example, something can "seisma jääda" (to come to a halt/stop) or a decision can "seisma jääda" (to remain unchanged). It's not just about vertical posture, but about the enduring state or position of something, whether physical or abstract.
Understanding these more abstract uses helps in grasping the full expressive power of the verb in different contexts.
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Ma seisan siin.
I stand here.
Koer seisab laua all.
The dog stands under the table.
Ta seisab akna juures.
He/she stands by the window.
Me seisame poes.
We stand in the shop.
Miks sa seal seisad?
Why do you stand there?
Lapsed seisavad reas.
The children stand in a line.
Kas sa seisad või istud?
Do you stand or sit?
Auto seisab tee ääres.
The car stands by the road.
Ma seisan siin ja ootan sind.
I stand here and wait for you.
Kas sa seisad või istud?
Are you standing or sitting?
Ta seisis ukse ees ja koputas.
He stood in front of the door and knocked.
Lapsed seisid reas ja laulsid.
The children stood in a line and sang.
Palun ärge seiske laua peal.
Please do not stand on the table.
See maja on seisnud siin juba sada aastat.
This house has stood here for a hundred years already.
Ma ei saa kaua seista, jalad väsivad.
I can't stand for long, my legs get tired.
Kas auto seisab veel garaažis?
Is the car still standing in the garage?
Ma seisan siin ja ootan sind.
I am standing here and waiting for you.
Kas sa seisad või istud?
Are you standing or sitting?
Ta seisis ukse juures ja kuulas.
He stood by the door and listened.
Palun ärge seiske laua peal.
Please do not stand on the table.
Lapsed seisavad reas.
The children are standing in a line.
Miks sa seal niisama seisad?
Why are you just standing there?
Ma ei suuda enam püsti seista.
I can't stand up anymore.
Seisa otse, ära küüruta.
Stand straight, don't slouch.
Teste-toi 30 questions
Write two sentences describing a situation where someone is standing still, perhaps waiting for a bus or in a queue. Use the verb 'seisma' correctly in both sentences.
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Sample answer
Mees seisab bussipeatuses ja ootab bussi. Naine seisab poes järjekorras.
Imagine you are describing a painting. Write two sentences about a person or object that is 'standing' in the artwork. For example, a tree standing tall or a person standing by a window.
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Maalil seisab pikk puu maja kõrval. Naine seisab akna juures ja vaatab välja.
Describe a simple daily activity where you would 'stand'. For instance, standing while cooking or standing in front of a mirror. Write two sentences.
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Ma seisan köögis ja valmistan õhtusööki. Hommikul seisan ma peegli ees.
Kus lapsed seisavad?
Read this passage:
Lapsed seisavad õues ja mängivad. Päike paistab ja ilm on ilus. Üks laps seisab kiigu juures ja teine ootab oma korda. Nad on rõõmsad.
Kus lapsed seisavad?
The passage states 'Lapsed seisavad õues ja mängivad.' (Children are standing outside and playing.)
The passage states 'Lapsed seisavad õues ja mängivad.' (Children are standing outside and playing.)
Mis seisab akna kõrval?
Read this passage:
Töö juures seisab minu laud akna kõrval. Ma saan vaadata välja ja näha inimesi kõndimas. Mõnikord seisan ma ka ise ja sirutan end.
Mis seisab akna kõrval?
The passage says 'Töö juures seisab minu laud akna kõrval.' (At work, my desk stands next to the window.)
The passage says 'Töö juures seisab minu laud akna kõrval.' (At work, my desk stands next to the window.)
Mis seisavad pargis?
Read this passage:
Pargis seisavad vanad puud. Nad on väga suured ja neil on palju lehti. Inimesed seisavad tihti nende all ja puhkavad. See on ilus koht.
Mis seisavad pargis?
The passage states 'Pargis seisavad vanad puud.' (Old trees are standing in the park.)
The passage states 'Pargis seisavad vanad puud.' (Old trees are standing in the park.)
This sentence means 'I have to stand here and wait.' The verb 'seisma' is used correctly in its infinitive form after 'pean' (have to).
This sentence asks 'Where do you want to stand now?' 'Seista' is the infinitive form of 'seisma' and follows 'tahad' (want to).
This sentence means 'He stood at the door and said nothing.' 'Seisis' is the past tense form of 'seisma'.
He stood there for a long time, contemplating life.
Why are you standing by the door and not coming in?
Stand straight and look me in the eye.
Read this aloud:
Palun seisa siin, ma tulen kohe tagasi.
Focus: seisa
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Kus te täpselt seisite, kui see juhtus?
Focus: seisite
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Seistes bussi oodates nägin ma vana sõpra.
Focus: seistes
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Pay close attention to the pronunciation of 'seisma jääma' (to stop, literally 'to stay standing').
The sentence means: 'Time seemed to stand still when I saw her for the first time.' Focus on 'seisma' within this figurative context.
The sentence is: 'He stood by the doorway, looking out the window.' Pay attention to the verb conjugation.
Read this aloud:
Korda lauset: "Palun ära jää ukse ette seisma."
Focus: The 's' sounds in 'seisma' and 'ees'.
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Ütle valjusti: "Päike tõusis ja valgus voogas üle niidu, puud näisid seisvat vaikuses."
Focus: The diphthongs in 'tõusis' and 'valgus', and the 's' in 'seisvat'.
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Read this aloud:
Proovi öelda see keerulisem lause: "Ajalugu näitab, et paljud impeeriumid on seisnud pikkadel perioodidel, enne kui nad langesid."
Focus: The 's' sounds, and the pronunciation of 'impeeriumid' and 'perioodidel'.
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This sentence discusses the long-term effects of standing on circulation. 'Pikaajaline seismine' (long-term standing) is the subject, 'avalda' (affects) is the verb, and 'negatiivset mõju vereringele' (negative effect on circulation) is the object.
This sentence describes someone standing inconspicuously in a corner, observing. 'Ta jäi' (He/she remained) is followed by the adverb 'silmapaistmatult' (inconspicuously) and the location 'nurka' (in the corner), then 'seisma' (to stand) and the present participle 'jälgides' (observing).
This sentence illustrates someone deciding to stand firm on their position and stand up for their rights despite something. 'Sellele vaatamata' (Despite this) introduces the contrast, followed by 'otsustas ta' (he/she decided). The infinitive constructions 'oma seisukohale kindlaks jääda' (to stay firm on one's position) and 'oma õiguste eest seisma' (to stand for one's rights) follow.
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