Maksimumi

Maksimumi is the genitive singular form of the Estonian noun maksimum, which means "the maximum." It is used in phrases that attribute something to or belonging to the maximum value, such as in mathematical, statistical, or everyday contexts. In estonian phrases, maksimumi functions as the possessive element within noun phrases like maksimumi väärtus (the value of the maximum) or maksimumi koordinaadid (the coordinates of the maximum).

Etymology and form: Maksimum is a loanword derived from the Latin maximum, with the Estonian form maksimum adapting to Estonian phonology and morphology. The genitive singular is formed by adding the ending -i, yielding maksimumi, a common pattern for many neuter nouns ending in -um in Estonian.

Grammatical notes: Estonian nouns change form to indicate grammatical cases. The genitive singular is used to show possession or association, typically preceding another noun or descriptive complement. For example, in mathematical descriptions, one might say "maksimumi väärtus on ..." to refer to the value of the maximum. While maksimum is the stem noun for the concept, maksimumi is the corresponding genitive form used in dependent constructions.

See also: maksimum, maximum, Estonian grammar.

Overall, maksimumi exists as a specific grammatical form rather than as a separate concept. It exemplifies how Estonian handles possessive or attributive relationships within noun phrases when discussing extreme values.