Suurusega

Suurusega is a grammatical form in Estonian derived from the noun suurus (size) and the suffix -ga, which expresses “with” or attaches a measurement to a noun phrase. In usage, suurusega functions as a postpositional modifier to indicate the dimensions, weight, or other quantitative attributes of an object. It is commonly found in everyday language as well as in product descriptions, catalogs, and specifications, where precise measurements are required.

Grammatical function and construction: The form is typically used after the head noun to introduce a numerical specification or a set of dimensions, for example in phrases like a container suurusega 20 cm, a room suurusega 40 x 60 m, or a garment suurusega XL. These constructions can be combined with units of measurement (cm, m, kg, L) and numbers, including decimals and ranges. In some contexts, suurusega phrases are preferred for concise, label-like information, while in more formal prose writers may recast the information into full clauses, e.g., kasti suurus on 20 x 30 cm.

Usage considerations: Suurusega is versatile across domains such as commerce, architecture, design, and logistics. It enables quick reference to size without repeating the noun, and it can be adjusted to various languages when describing international products. Some style guides recommend clarity through a full clause when the surrounding text does not clearly convey the measurement.

See also: suurus, mõõt, mõõtmine, pikkus.