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  • Talinn's Snowy Morning: A Tale of Friendship and Vulnerability

    Talinn's Snowy Morning: A Tale of Friendship and Vulnerability
    Feb 3 2026
    Fluent Fiction - Estonian: Talinn's Snowy Morning: A Tale of Friendship and Vulnerability Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/et/episode/2026-02-03-08-38-20-et Story Transcript:Et: Talvehommikul oli Tallinn kaetud õrna lumekihiga.En: On a winter morning, Tallinn was covered with a thin layer of snow.Et: Mihkel astus sisse väikesesse kohvikusse, kus ootasid juba tema sõbrad Anna ja Jüri.En: Mihkel stepped into a small café, where his friends Anna and Jüri were already waiting.Et: Kohvikus oli mõnus soojus, madalad valgustid rippusid üle laua, ning ninasõõrmeid paitas värske kohvi ja küpsetiste lõhn.En: The café was cozy and warm, with low-hanging lights above the tables, and the scent of fresh coffee and pastries caressed the nostrils.Et: Mihkel sättis end laua äärde, rõõmus, et saab oma sõpradele rääkida heast uudisest – edutamisest tööl.En: Mihkel settled at the table, happy to share good news with his friends – a promotion at work.Et: Tema südames oli väike ärevus, kuid otsus oli kindel: täna jagab ta oma rõõmu teistega.En: A small anxiety lingered in his heart, but his decision was firm: today he would share his joy with others.Et: Anna ja Jüri olid juba juttudes, meenutades eelmise nädala sündmusi.En: Anna and Jüri were already engaged in conversation, recalling events from the previous week.Et: Peale mõnda aega, kui nad kõik naersid ja vestlesid, tundis Mihkel ootamatu valu kõhus.En: After some time, as they all laughed and chatted, Mihkel felt an unexpected pain in his stomach.Et: Algul püüdis ta valu eirata, sest see tundus tähtsusetu.En: At first, he tried to ignore it, thinking it was insignificant.Et: Kuid valu muutus tugevamaks ja hingamine raskemaks.En: But the pain intensified and breathing became tougher.Et: Ta vaatas sõpradele otsa, teeskledes, et kõik on korras.En: He looked at his friends, pretending that everything was fine.Et: Mihkel ei suutnud kaua teeselda.En: Mihkel couldn't pretend for long.Et: "Ma tunnen, et .En: "I feel that...Et: mul on väga valus," pomises ta lõpuks, hääl värisemas.En: I'm in a lot of pain," he finally muttered, his voice trembling.Et: Anna ja Jüri muutusid murelikuks.En: Anna and Jüri grew worried.Et: "Mihkel, see ei tundu hea," ütles Anna murelikult.En: "Mihkel, this doesn't seem good," said Anna anxiously.Et: "Me peaksime küsima abi.En: "We should ask for help."Et: ""Ma ei tahaks pärast seda päeva rikkuda," vastas Mihkel, kuid valu laienes veelgi.En: "I don't want to ruin the day," Mihkel replied, but the pain spread further.Et: Jüri tõusis püsti.En: Jüri stood up.Et: "Me läheme arsti juurde.En: "We're going to the doctor.Et: Sa oled oluline meile.En: You're important to us."Et: "See oli hetk, kus Mihkel tundis, et peab laskma lahti oma uhkusest ja usaldama sõpru.En: It was the moment when Mihkel realized he had to let go of his pride and trust his friends.Et: Koos nad tõusid ning läksid kohvikust välja, jättes maha mõnusad vestlused ja kohvilõhnad.En: Together they rose and left the café behind, leaving the pleasant conversations and the smell of coffee.Et: Kliinikus, kus Mihkel abi sai, mõistis ta, kui palju tema sõbrad teda toetavad.En: In the clinic, where Mihkel received help, he realized how much his friends supported him.Et: Anna hoidis teda käest ja Jüri seisis kõrval, oodates, kuni arst teoelumärgid märkis.En: Anna held his hand and Jüri stood by, waiting for the doctor to note the vital signs.Et: Mihkel tundis soojust ja tänulikkust.En: Mihkel felt warmth and gratitude.Et: Pärastlõunaks oli Mihkli valu taandunud.En: By the afternoon, Mihkel's pain had subsided.Et: Ta istus polsterdatud toolis, vaadates oma sõpru.En: He sat in a padded chair, looking at his friends.Et: "Aitäh, et minuga olete," ütles ta kergendatult, mõistes, et haavatavus ei tähenda nõrkust.En: "Thank you for being with me," he said with relief, realizing that vulnerability doesn't mean weakness.Et: Mihkel otsustas, et edaspidi jagab ta rohkem oma alatisi mõtteid ja tundeid sõpradega.En: Mihkel decided that from now on he would share his constant thoughts and feelings more with his friends.Et: Tänu sellele muutus nendevaheline side tugevamaks.En: Thanks to this, their bond became stronger.Et: Kohvikust lahkudes olid nad nüüd lähedasemad kui kunagi varem.En: Leaving the café, they were now closer than ever before.Et: Väljas hüüdis lumi nende nime ja nad vastasid naerdes, teineteise kõrval jalutades.En: Outside, the snow seemed to call their names, and they responded with laughter, walking side by side.Et: Täna oli tõeline sõpruse päev, hoolimata kõigest.En: Today was a true day of friendship, despite everything. Vocabulary Words:layer: kihtpromote: edutamalinger: püsimaengaged: kaasatudrecall: meenutamaunexpected: ootamatuinsignificant: tähtsusetuintensified: tugevnematrembling: värisemaanxiously: murelikultruin: rikubpride: ...
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  • Marek's Snowy Valentine: An Unexpected Encounter

    Marek's Snowy Valentine: An Unexpected Encounter
    Feb 2 2026
    Fluent Fiction - Estonian: Marek's Snowy Valentine: An Unexpected Encounter Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/et/episode/2026-02-02-23-34-02-et Story Transcript:Et: Karge talveõhtu kattis ülikooli ühiselamu ümbruse lumega.En: A crisp winter evening covered the surroundings of the university dormitory with snow.Et: Mareki tuba oli soe ja hubane, mis tegi õppimise veidi mugavamaks.En: Marek's room was warm and cozy, making studying a bit more comfortable.Et: Kuid sel õhtul ei suutnud Marek keskenduda, mõtted keerlesid magusa Liisa ümber.En: But that evening, Marek couldn't concentrate; thoughts swirled around the sweet Liisa.Et: Lähenes valentinipäev ja Marekil oli plaanis Liisat üllatada.En: Valentine's Day was approaching, and Marek planned to surprise Liisa.Et: Ta oli otsustanud leida kingituse, mis jagaks tema tundeid ilma liiga pealetükkiv olemata.En: He had decided to find a gift that would share his feelings without being too forward.Et: Pärast palju mõtlemist otsustas Marek minna kohalikku toidupoodi hilisõhtul, kui inimesi oli vähe.En: After much thought, Marek decided to go to the local grocery store late at night when there were fewer people.Et: Nii pidi ta vältima ootamatut kohtumist Liisaga, kes oli samuti ühiselamu elanik.En: This way, he hoped to avoid an unexpected encounter with Liisa, who was also a resident of the dormitory.Et: Väljas oli külm, Marek tõmbas mantli tihedamalt ümber ja sisenes poe eredasse valgusesse.En: Outside, it was cold; Marek pulled his coat tighter around himself and entered the store's bright lights.Et: Kitsad vahekäigud olid täidetud kõige vajalikuga: suupisted, meened, postkaardid.En: The narrow aisles were filled with essentials: snacks, souvenirs, postcards.Et: Marek asus kohe otsima midagi erilist - hoolikalt valitud kommikarpi ja kaunist postkaarti.En: Marek immediately began searching for something special—a carefully chosen box of chocolates and a beautiful postcard.Et: Sisemiselt närvis, lootis ta mitte kedagi tuttavat kohata.En: Nervous inside, he hoped not to meet anyone familiar.Et: Ometi märkas ta äkki osturiiulite vahel Kaarelit, nende ühisel sõpra.En: Yet suddenly, he noticed Kaarel, their mutual friend, between the shopping shelves.Et: Kaarel tervitas Marekit entusiastlikult.En: Kaarel greeted Marek enthusiastically.Et: "Nii hilja poes?En: "Shopping so late?Et: Otsid midagi konkreetset?"En: Looking for something specific?"Et: Marek naeratas kohmetult.En: Marek smiled awkwardly.Et: "Jah, otsin Liisale kingitust.En: "Yeah, I'm looking for a gift for Liisa.Et: Aga pole kindel, mida osta."En: But I'm not sure what to get."Et: "Noh, sul on õigus," ütles Kaarel.En: "Well, you're right," said Kaarel.Et: "Midagi lihtsat, aga südamlikku."En: "Something simple but heartfelt."Et: Marek noogutas ja valis välja rooside kujutisega postkaardi ja kvaliteetsed šokolaadikommid.En: Marek nodded and picked a postcard with an image of roses and high-quality chocolates.Et: See tundus ideaalne kombinatsioon - mitte liiga palju, aga samas südamlik.En: It seemed like the perfect combination—not too much, but still heartfelt.Et: Kassas, just kui Marek hakkas makset sooritama, kuulis ta kellegi samme ja tuttavat häält.En: At the checkout, just as Marek was about to pay, he heard someone's footsteps and a familiar voice.Et: See oli Liisa, kes astus rõõmsalt poest sisse.En: It was Liisa, who walked gladly into the store.Et: Marek muutus ärevaks ja pani kinni kingituse, kuid samas teadis, et nüüd on aeg tegutseda.En: Marek became anxious and quickly closed the gift, but at the same time, he knew it was time to act.Et: "See on see hetk," mõtles ta ja kogus lõpuks kogu julgust.En: "This is the moment," he thought, gathering all his courage.Et: Marek astus Liisale vastu ja tervitas teda laia naeratusega.En: Marek stepped towards Liisa and greeted her with a wide smile.Et: "Tere, Liisa."En: "Hello, Liisa."Et: "Oi, Marek!En: "Oh, Marek!Et: Mis sind nii hilja siia toob?"En: What brings you here so late?"Et: küsis Liisa naeratades.En: asked Liisa, smiling.Et: "Ma.. otsisin midagi erilist," vastas Marek ja ulatas Liisale postkaardi ning šokolaadikarbikese.En: "I... was looking for something special," Marek replied, handing Liisa the postcard and the box of chocolates.Et: "Väike kingitus eelolevaks valentinipäevaks."En: "A little gift for the upcoming Valentine's Day."Et: Liisa oli meeldivalt üllatunud.En: Liisa was pleasantly surprised.Et: "Aitäh, Marek.En: "Thank you, Marek.Et: See on nii armas!En: It's so sweet!Et: Jalutame koos tagasi?"En: Shall we walk back together?"Et: Marek oli rõõmus ja kergendust tundes nõustus.En: Marek was happy and relieved, agreeing without hesitation.Et: Tagasiteel ühiselamusse tundis ta, kuidas enesekindlus tema sammudesse lisandus.En: On the way back to the dormitory, he felt how confidence filled his steps.Et: Lõpuks mõistis Marek, et oma tunnete ...
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  • From Isolation to Connection: Maarja's Library Encounter

    From Isolation to Connection: Maarja's Library Encounter
    Feb 2 2026
    Fluent Fiction - Estonian: From Isolation to Connection: Maarja's Library Encounter Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/et/episode/2026-02-02-08-38-20-et Story Transcript:Et: Talvine tuul puhus läbi Tartu Ülikooli raamatukogu suurte klaasakende, kuid sees valitses rahulik ja vaikne atmosfäär.En: The winter wind blew through the large glass windows of the Tartu Ülikooli library, but inside, a calm and quiet atmosphere prevailed.Et: Maarja istus ühe laua taga, ümbritsetud raamatutest ja märkmetest.En: Maarja sat at one of the tables, surrounded by books and notes.Et: Ta oli üsna hiljuti Tallinna kolinud ja elu uues linnas tundus talle võõras ning üksildane.En: She had recently moved to Tallinna, and life in the new city felt strange and lonely to her.Et: Katrin, Maarja toakaaslane, oli alati kiire oma tegemistega ja neil polnud palju aega koos.En: Katrin, Maarja's roommate, was always busy with her own activities, and they didn't have much time together.Et: Seetõttu otsustas Maarja veeta rohkem aega raamatukogus.En: Therefore, Maarja decided to spend more time in the library.Et: Ta teadis, et kui ta tahab eksamil hästi hakkama saada, peab ta iga vaba hetke õpingutele pühendama.En: She knew that if she wanted to do well on her exam, she needed to dedicate every free moment to her studies.Et: Maarja tundis samas, kuidas selles lõputus vaikuses jäi tal puudu sõpradest ja toetusest.En: At the same time, Maarja felt that in this endless silence, she was lacking friends and support.Et: Hilistel õhtutundidel hakkab raamatukogu vabanema pingsast keskendumisest.En: In the late evening hours, the tense concentration in the library begins to dissipate.Et: Aga Maarja jaoks oli see kerge muusikakõla, mis köitis tema tähelepanu.En: But for Maarja, it was a light melody that caught her attention.Et: Ühel laual veidi eemal istus Rasmus, rõõmsameelne ja seltskondlik noormees.En: At a table a little further away sat Rasmus, a cheerful and sociable young man.Et: Ta klõbistas vaikselt oma sülearvutil ja märkas, et Maarja pilk ekseles tema poole.En: He was quietly typing on his laptop and noticed Maarja's glance wandering in his direction.Et: Ta naeratas.En: He smiled.Et: "Kuidas läheb?"En: "How's it going?"Et: küsis Rasmus sõbralikult, lükates kõrvale oma noote ja raamatuid, mis olid ilmselgelt seotud tema salajase kirguga - muusikaga.En: Rasmus asked kindly, pushing aside his notes and books that were evidently related to his secret passion - music.Et: "Natuke stressirohke," tunnistas Maarja.En: "A bit stressful," Maarja admitted.Et: "Eksamil on nii palju õppida.En: "There's so much to learn for the exam.Et: Sina?"En: How about you?"Et: "Minul on sama," vastas Rasmus.En: "I'm in the same boat," Rasmus replied.Et: "Aga vahel tuleb lihtsalt hetkeks lõõgastuda."En: "But sometimes you just have to relax for a moment."Et: Nendevaheline vestlus algas tasapisi ja peagi avastas Maarja, et Rasmus jagab temaga palju ühiseid huve.En: Their conversation started slowly, and soon Maarja discovered that Rasmus shared many of her interests.Et: Nad rääkisid muusikast, õpingutest ja elust Tartus.En: They talked about music, studies, and life in Tartus.Et: Maarja tundis, kuidas tema üksindus tasapisi kadumas on.En: Maarja felt her loneliness gradually disappearing.Et: Peagi märkasid nad, et kellaajad olid lausa sulanud öösse.En: Before long, they noticed the hours had melted into night.Et: Oli aeg koju minna, kuid Maarja ja Rasmus ei tahtnud veel lahkuda.En: It was time to go home, but Maarja and Rasmus didn't want to leave just yet.Et: Nad vahetasid telefoninumbreid ning leppisid kokku, et kohtuvad peagi ning võivad koos õppimist ja muusikat edasi avastada.En: They exchanged phone numbers and agreed to meet soon and continue exploring studies and music together.Et: See kohtumine muutis Maarjat.En: This meeting changed Maarja.Et: Tal oli nüüd keegi, kellele toetuda, keegi, kellega jagada oma muresid ja rõõme.En: She now had someone to rely on, someone with whom to share her worries and joys.Et: Ta ei tundnud enam Tartut nii võõrana.En: She no longer felt Tartut was so foreign.Et: See talvine õhtu raamatukogus oli talle uus algus, võimalus tunda end tõeliselt kodus.En: That winter evening in the library was a new beginning for her, a chance to feel truly at home.Et: Maarja astus välja raamatukogust, naeratus näol.En: Maarja stepped out of the library, a smile on her face.Et: Ees oli uus päev, uued võimalused ja uued inimesed, kellega seda jagada.En: Ahead lay a new day, new opportunities, and new people with whom to share it. Vocabulary Words:atmosphere: atmosfäärprevailed: valitsesstrange: võõraslonely: üksildanededicate: pühendamaendless: lõputusilence: vaikuslacking: puuduconcentration: keskenduminedissipate: vabanemamelody: muusikakõlasociable: seltskondlikevidently: ilmselgeltsecret: salajanepassion: kirgstressful: ...
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