This is the 984th most frequent Estonian word.
hakkasin
The Estonian word "hakkasin" means "I started" or "I began."
Here, 'hakkasin' indicates initiating the effort to read through a book thoroughly.
Ma hakkasin läbi raamatu lugema.
I began reading through the book.
In this example, 'hakkasin' is used to express the beginning of comprehension or understanding of the language.
Ma hakkasin aru saama keelest.
I started to understand the language.
In this sentence, 'hakkasin' implies the commencement of an action, specifically starting work early in the day.