Kõrvaldamaks

Kõrvaldamaks is an Estonian verb in its infinitive form. It translates to "to eliminate," "to remove," "to get rid of," or "to abolish" in English. The verb is derived from the noun "kõrval," meaning "side" or "alongside," and the suffix "-damaks," which indicates the purpose or intention of an action.

In its core meaning, kõrvaldamaks signifies the act of taking something away, making it cease to exist, or preventing it from occurring. This can apply to a wide range of contexts. For instance, one might use kõrvaldamaks to describe the process of removing an object from a location, eliminating a problem, or abolishing an outdated law or practice.

The grammatical function of kõrvaldamaks is that of a purpose infinitive. It is typically used after verbs or phrases that express an intention or purpose, often introduced by the conjunction "et" (that) or implied. For example, "Ta töötas selle nimel, et kõrvaldamaks kõik takistused" translates to "He worked towards the goal of eliminating all obstacles." Here, "kõrvaldamaks" expresses the purpose of his work.

The verb's conjugation varies depending on the subject and tense, but the form "kõrvaldamaks" specifically denotes the purpose infinitive, highlighting the 'why' behind an action. It is a common and versatile verb in the Estonian language, used in both formal and informal settings to convey the idea of removal or eradication.