Otstarbelisele

Otstarbelisele is a grammatical form in the Estonian language. It is the allative singular form of the adjective otstarbeline, which conveys the sense of being intended for a particular purpose or for a specific recipient. The stem is related to Estonian words for purpose or aim, and the adjectival suffix -line forms an adjective meaning relating to purpose or a target. The allative ending -le marks direction toward a recipient or target, yielding otstarbelisele when used with a noun in discourse.

Usage in texts: It appears primarily in formal, institutional, or technical language, such as official instructions, policy texts, or legal-style language, where the writer indicates that something is directed at or intended for a particular group or person (the recipient).

Examples: In phrases like otstarbelisele kasutajale (to the intended user) or otstarbelisele sihitud eesmärk (an objective aimed at a particular target), the form signals beneficiary or intended audience.

Origins and related forms: The word otstarbeline itself derives from a root related to purpose or aim, and the adjectival suffix -line; the allative -le marks direction to a recipient or beneficiary. Otstarbelisele forms have limited frequency outside formal registers and are not commonly used in everyday speech.

See also: Estonian grammar; cases in Estonian; lexis about purpose and intention.