Estonian Wikipedia facts for kids
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Internet encyclopedia project |
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| Available in | Estonian |
| Headquarters | To be answered |
| Owner | Wikimedia Foundation |
| Created by | Estonian wiki community |
| Website | et.wikipedia.org |
| Commercial | No |
The Estonian Wikipedia is the version of Wikipedia written in the Estonian language. It's like a huge online encyclopedia, but all the articles are in Estonian. This special edition of Wikipedia first started in July 2002.
By October 2015, the Estonian Wikipedia was the 43rd largest Wikipedia out of all the different language versions, based on how many articles it had. As of August 2019, it had grown to include more than 200,000 articles! This means there's a lot of information available for anyone who speaks Estonian.
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What is Wikipedia?
Wikipedia is a huge, free online encyclopedia that anyone can read. It's also special because almost anyone can help write and edit its articles. It's a project that aims to share knowledge with everyone around the world. There are many different versions of Wikipedia, each in a different language.
The Estonian Version
The Estonian Wikipedia is made specifically for people who speak Estonian. Its goal is to provide a wide range of information on all sorts of topics, from history and science to pop culture, all written in Estonian. This helps to make sure that knowledge is easily available in the local language.
How it Grew
When the Estonian Wikipedia began in 2002, it started with just a few articles. Over the years, many volunteers have worked together to add more and more information. This teamwork helped it grow quickly, reaching over 200,000 articles by 2019. This growth shows how dedicated the Estonian online community is to sharing knowledge.
Who Writes It?
The articles on Estonian Wikipedia are written and edited by a community of volunteers. These are people from all over the world who know Estonian and want to share what they know. They work together to make sure the information is correct and easy to understand. Anyone can learn how to contribute and become part of this amazing project.
Why is it Important?
The Estonian Wikipedia is very important for several reasons. It helps to preserve and develop the Estonian language by providing a modern platform for knowledge. It also makes sure that Estonian speakers have access to a vast amount of information in their native language, which is especially helpful for students and researchers. It's a great example of how people can work together online to create something valuable for their community.
- Visit the Estonian Wikipedia main page
Images for kids
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Front page in December 2013
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First summer meetup for Estonian Wikipedians (Viki village, 2009)
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First Finno-ugric wikiseminar in 2014
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Photomeetup in Osmussaar, 2015
