This is the 118th most frequent Estonian word.
hoida
"Hoida" means "to keep" or "to hold" in English.
In this sentence, 'hoida' is used in the sense of keeping something private or confidential.
Ma tahan hoida seda saladust.
I want to keep this secret.
Here, 'hoia' is applied to mean to maintain or preserve warmth using an item.
Palun, hoia mind soojas mantlis.
Please, keep me warm with the coat.
In this sentence, 'hoida' conveys the idea of protecting or maintaining a state or condition, specifically health.