Ebareegulaarne

Ebareegulaarne is a term used in Estonian linguistics to describe words or forms that do not follow the standard inflection or conjugation patterns of their word class. In descriptive grammar, ebareegulaarne denotes irregularity in a paradigm, meaning that the usual rules predictably governing a category do not apply to these items. This irregularity can affect verbs, nouns, adjectives, and other parts of speech, and may involve stem changes, unexpected endings, or suppletive forms.

In verbs, ebareegulaarne indicates irregular conjugation, such as stem alternations across tenses or persons, or forms that cannot be predicted from the root using regular rules. In nouns, it can refer to irregular plural formation or case endings that differ from regular declension patterns. In adjectives, irregular comparison forms or irregular degree formations can be described as ebareegulaarne.

Etymology: the term combines the negation prefix eb- with regulaarne (regular), signaling deviation from regular patterns. It is commonly used in descriptive grammar, dictionaries, and language-learning materials to label items that require special treatment beyond standard rules.

Notes: irregular forms often reflect historical sound changes, loanword adaptation, or lexical drift within Estonian. Learners and researchers are advised to consult reliable grammars or dictionaries for the full paradigm and usage of each ebareegulaarne form.