Estonian is a Finno-Ugric language spoken by about 1.1 million people. Related to Finnish, it is remarkable for its 14 grammatical cases and musicality. Estonia is a digitally advanced country with a vibrant cultural scene, especially in choral music and auteur cinema.
The best channels to learn Estonian for free.
Estonian public television. Programs in standard Estonian with news and culture.
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Mandariinid
Oscar-nominated Estonian film about the war in Abkhazia. Clear Estonian in a conflict context.
Drama / WarTode ja oigus
Estonian epic adapted from the national novel. Authentic 19th century rural Estonian.
Historical dramaFantastic and folkloric Estonian film. Poetic Estonian in a unique mythological universe.
Fantasy / DramaEssential artists to discover music in Estonian.
Most performed living Estonian composer in the world. Sacred minimalist music, national pride.
Estonian duo of talharpa (archaic lyre) and electronics. Humorous and experimental Estonian.
Internationally known Estonian pop singer. Unique aesthetic and electronic production.
Key words and expressions sorted by theme to practice through immersion.
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All Targumi resources for this language.
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A hundred words, thirty key phrases as a printable PDF, free.
Films, music, traditions. How well do you know?
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Essential words and phrases organised by themes.
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