Liczebnikowa

Liczebnikowa is a grammatical term referring to a specific type of numeral in Slavic languages, particularly Polish. It denotes a cardinal numeral that can function as a noun, taking grammatical cases and agreeing with other words in a sentence. This contrasts with other numeral forms that might remain invariable or behave more like adjectives.

In Polish, "liczebnikowa" forms are typically derived from cardinal numbers and are used when the number itself is the subject or object of a sentence, or when it is modified by other grammatical elements. For example, when referring to a quantity as a distinct entity, a "liczebnikowa" form is employed. This grammatical category is essential for understanding the nuances of numerical expression in Slavic languages. The concept highlights how numerals can transcend their purely quantitative function and participate more actively in sentence structure.