Nimiväljendil

Nimiväljendil is an Estonian term that translates roughly to "name expression" or "nominal phrase." It refers to a word or group of words that functions as a noun in a sentence, identifying a person, place, thing, or idea. In Estonian grammar, a nimiväljendil typically consists of a noun and any modifiers that describe it. These modifiers can include adjectives, possessive suffixes, demonstrative pronouns, or even other nouns acting as attributives.

The core of a nimiväljendil is the noun itself, which carries the primary meaning. Modifiers provide additional information about this noun, specifying its qualities, quantity, or identity. For example, in the phrase "punane maja" (red house), "maja" is the noun and "punane" is an adjective modifying it. Similarly, "minu raamat" (my book) has "raamat" as the noun and "minu" (my) indicating possession.

Nimiväljendid play a crucial role in sentence construction, acting as subjects, objects, or complements. They can be simple, consisting of just a single noun, or complex, with multiple modifiers. Understanding the structure and function of nimiväljendid is essential for comprehending and producing grammatically correct Estonian sentences. The term emphasizes the expression of a name or identity through a phrasal unit.