Mainimisega

Mainimisega is an Estonian grammatical form derived from the noun mainimine, which denotes the act of mentioning or advertising. The form is created by adding the comitative suffix -ga, yielding a construction that can be translated as “with mentioning” or “with advertising.” In linguistic descriptions of Estonian, mainimisega is discussed as an example of the comitative function of the -ga suffix, signaling accompaniment or means in relation to an action or event.

Meaning and use: The interpretation of mainimisega depends on context. It can express instrumental meaning (doing something through advertising) or an accompanying circumstance (something occurring with mention of a fact). It is commonly found in formal or analytical language, such as academic writing about publicity campaigns or methodological descriptions, and is less common in everyday speech.

Morphology and syntax: mainimine forms a noun from the verb mainima (to mention or to advertise). The suffix -ga attaches to the noun as a comitative form, not a separate case in the grammatical system. The resulting phrase generally functions adverbially or adjectivally, modifying the verb or the larger clause.

Examples: In context, phrases might appear as “mainimisega kaasnev mõju” meaning an effect that accompanies advertising, or “mainimisega seotud riskid” referring to risks related to advertising. These illustrate how mainimisega can convey means, manner, or accompaniment.

See also: Estonian grammar; comitative, mainimine, mainima.