This is the 910th most frequent Estonian word.
pidas
The Estonian word "pidas" translates to "held" or "kept" in English.
In this context, "pidas" signifies 'he/she held' or 'he/she delivered', referring to the action of giving a speech.
Ta pidas kõne.
He/She made a speech.
In this sentence, "pidasid" translates to 'they considered', showing an expression of regard or thought of as being a friend.
Nad pidasid teda sõbraks.
They considered him/her a friend.
Here, "pidas" is used as 'he kept', denoting remaining true or faithful to his word.