This is the 636th most frequent Estonian word.
vastavalt
"According to" or "in accordance with."
In this example, 'vastavalt' is utilized similarly as 'in accordance with', with focus on a contextual basis for the action.
Palgad tõsteti vastavalt turutingimustele.
The salaries were raised in accordance with market conditions.
In this sentence, 'vastavalt' again means 'according to', emphasizing adherence to a predefined plan.
Kogu üritus korraldati vastavalt plaanile.
The entire event was organized according to the plan.
Here, 'vastavalt' is used as a preposition meaning 'according to', showing the basis for the distribution of tasks.