This is the 239th most frequent Estonian word.
ehk
"Eh" in English means "maybe," "perhaps," or "i.e." depending on context.
Here, 'ehk' serves as a synonym for 'meaning' or 'that is', to clarify or provide equivalence.
Ta on professor ehk teadlane.
He is a professor, meaning a scientist.
In this sentence, 'ehk' is used to mean 'perhaps', indicating uncertainty or suggestion.
Ehk saaksime kohtuda homme?
Perhaps we could meet tomorrow?
In this instance, 'ehk' stands as itself, questioning its meaning directly.