Kirjeldavates

Kirjeldavates is an Estonian term used in linguistics and literary analysis to describe descriptive aspects of a text or discourse. The word is formed from the verb kirjeldama, meaning “to describe,” and the adjective kirjeldav, meaning “descriptive.” In practice, it appears in phrases that refer to parts of text whose primary function is to create sensory or visual impressions rather than to argue, explain, or persuade.

Usage and scope: The term is most common in academic writing, style guides, and literary criticism, where scholars discuss descriptive techniques, imagery, or depiction. It is less common in everyday language, where speakers may use simpler forms or more general vocabulary to express descriptive content.

Examples: Kirjeldavates tekstides rõhutatakse visuaalseid detaile, maitse- ja lõhnotunnistusi ning tegelaste esmamulje loomist. Kirjeldavates analüüsides keskendutakse sageli keeleliste kujundite ja stilistika vahenditele, mis tugevdavad aineses kirjeldust.

Relation to related forms: Other related forms include kirjeldav (descriptive) and various case endings that adapt the word to fit different grammatical contexts in Estonian sentence structure. The term is primarily used in semi-formal to formal registers and in discussions of writing style and descriptive technique.

See also: Estonian grammar, descriptive writing, linguistic terminology.