Noorematele

Noorematele is an Estonian linguistic form that conveys the sense of “to the younger ones” or “for the younger people.” It is used to indicate the recipients or target group of an action, document, program, or message and is commonly found in education, policy, media, and youth-focused communications.

Grammatical notes, usage and formation

Noorematele is an inflected form of the adjective noorem (comparative of noor, “young”). In Estonian, adjectives can take case endings that align with the intended recipient or beneficiary, and noorematele marks a plural, recipient-oriented sense. It often appears with verbs or nouns that imply purpose or 대상, such as mõeldud (intended for) or materjalid (materials).

Common contexts

- Programs or materials targeted at younger audiences: Noorematele mõeldud materjalid. (Materials intended for younger people.)

- Announcements or policies addressing youth: Teade noorematele kuulutati välja. (The announcement was issued for the younger ones.)

- Educational content designed for students or teenagers: Kursused noorematele on avatud. (Courses for the younger students are open.)

Etymology and relation to other terms

The form derives from noorem, the comparative form of noor (young), with a plural allative/dative suffix. Related forms include nooremad (“the younger ones”) and phrases such as noorematele, noorematega, depending on case and number.

See also

- Estonian grammar and cases

- Youth-oriented language in Estonian

Notes

Noorematele functions mainly as a recipient-target expression and is predominantly used in formal or semi-formal Estonian contexts.