Süvendamiseks

Süvendamiseks is a form in Estonian formed from the verb süvendama (to deepen) with the suffix -miseks, which marks purpose. It translates roughly as “for deepening” or “in order to deepen.” The word functions as a purposive element in a sentence, often modifying a noun or a verb phrase to indicate the intended outcome of an action.

In grammar, süvendamiseks is the infinitive-based form used to express why something is done. It appears in phrases that describe aims, goals, or prerequisites related to deepening a process, understanding, knowledge, or another aspect that is being intensified or clarified. The construction is common in formal or academic prose and in planning or grant documents, where actions are described with explicit aims.

Related forms include süvendamine, the verbal noun meaning “the deepening” or “the act of deepening,” and süvendama, the basic verb meaning “to deepen.” The combination of these forms allows speakers to discuss both the act itself and its purposes. For example, süvendamiseks tehtud uuring means “a study conducted for the purpose of deepening [our understanding],” while süvendamiseks vajalikud andmed refers to data needed for that deepening.

Etymologically, the base verb süvendama conveys increasing depth or intensity, whether in a physical, intellectual, or qualitative sense. The -miseks suffix creates a purpose clause, aligning with similar Estonian constructions used to express reasons, objectives, or prerequisites in connection with actions.

See also: süvendamine, süvendama, Estonian infinitive constructions, purpose clauses.