When you’re navigating the Estonian postal system, understanding the local vocabulary is vital. Whether you’re sending a postcard, receiving a package, or simply trying to track your shipment, this guide to shipping, postal, and delivery vocabulary in Estonian will help you communicate effectively and get your items where they need to go.

Saadetis – Shipment or Parcel
Saatetis is a general term for any item being sent or received, regardless of size or type.
Kas sa oled oma saadetise juba kätte saanud?

Kuller – Courier
A kuller is a person or company that delivers messages, packages, and mail.
Kuller toob mu paketi homme.

Postkontor – Post Office
Postkontor is a governmental facility or private business where postal services are offered.
Ma pean minema postkontorisse, et saata kiri.

Pakk – Package
Pakk refers specifically to a parcel or package, typically something wrapped or boxed up.
Ma sain täna hommikul ühe suure paki.

Kirjapakk – Letter Package
A kirjapakk is a type of mail that is larger than a standard letter, often used for sending documents.
Palun pange dokumendid kirjapakki ja saatke see aadressile…

Üleandmine – Handover or Transfer
Üleandmine is the process of handing over a package or letter to someone else.
Pakki üleandmine toimus sujuvalt.

Postmark – Postage Stamp
Postmark is the Estonian equivalent of a postage stamp, a small piece of paper purchased and displayed on mail as evidence of payment.
Kas sul on postmargid, mida saaksin kasutada?

Postiljon – Postman or Mail Carrier
The postiljon is the person who delivers mail to your home or business.
Postiljon tõi just kirjad.

Rahvusvaheline saadetis – International Shipment
A rahvusvaheline saadetis is when a package or letter is sent from one country to another.
Ma pean saatma selle rahvusvahelise saadetise Ameerikasse.

Postiindeks – Postal Code
Postiindeks, akin to ZIP code, is a series of letters and/or numbers appended to a postal address to assist in sorting mail.
Palun veenduge, et postiindeks oleks aadressil selgelt näha.

Jälgimisnumber – Tracking Number
Jälgimisnumber is a unique identifier given to a package to track its progress online.
Kas saate mulle anda jälgimisnumbri, et saaksin oma saadetist jälgida?

Kättetoimetamine – Delivery
Kättetoimetamine refers to the action or process of bringing goods to the recipient.
Kas kättetoimetamine kestab ka nädalavahetusel?

By becoming familiar with these Estonian shipping, postal, and delivery terms, you’ll be better equipped to navigate sending and receiving items in Estonia. Whether you’re there for a visit, conducting business, or simply reaching out to a friend, knowing these words will improve your understanding and communication in the postal world.