Hoiatamiseks

Hoiatamiseks is an Estonian word that translates to "for warning" or "as a warning." It is a common grammatical construction used in the Estonian language to indicate the purpose or intention behind an action or statement. This phrase often appears when someone is trying to inform others of potential danger, undesirable outcomes, or to advise caution.

The word "hoiatamiseks" is formed by taking the noun "hoiatus," meaning "warning," and adding the translative case ending "-ks." This case in Estonian signifies a transformation, purpose, or a future state. Therefore, "hoiatamiseks" literally means something is done *for the sake of* a warning or *in order to provide* a warning.

Examples of its usage might include phrases like "Ta ütles seda hoiatamiseks" (He said that as a warning) or "Pane see lukk kinni hoiatamiseks" (Close this lock for warning/to prevent something). The context in which "hoiatamiseks" is used is crucial for understanding the specific nuance, but it consistently points towards the act of alerting or cautioning. It serves as a grammatical tool to clearly define the communicative goal of providing a warning.