Adjektiivimääräiset

Adjektiivimääräiset is a Finnish grammatical term that refers to adjective phrases that function as determiners, modifying a noun phrase. These phrases typically precede the noun they modify and provide more specific information about it. They are not single adjectives but rather a group of words, often including an adjective along with other elements like adverbs or prepositional phrases, that collectively act as a determiner.

For example, in the phrase "se todella kaunis talo" (that really beautiful house), "se todella kaunis" functions as an adjektiivimääräinen. It includes the demonstrative pronoun "se" (that), the adverb "todella" (really), and the adjective "kaunis" (beautiful). Together, they specify which house is being referred to.

Adjektiivimääräiset can add nuance and detail to noun phrases. They are distinct from simple adjectives which would stand alone or be followed by other words that are not part of the determiner function. Understanding adjektiivimääräiset is important for comprehending the structure and meaning of complex Finnish noun phrases.