Täienduseks

Täienduseks is an Estonian noun that denotes something added to improve, complete, or extend another thing—a supplement or addition. The word expresses the idea of serving in a supplementary capacity to an existing item or system. It is commonly used in formal or technical language, including legal texts, policy documents, and academic writing, as well as in contexts such as nutrition or product development where an extra element enhances the primary item.

Etymology and form: Täienduseks is formed from the base noun täiend- meaning “addition” or “supplement” with a suffix that marks its function as “in the role of a supplement.” In sentences, it typically appears in constructions indicating purpose or function, for example millegi täienduseks, meaning “as a supplement to something.” The phrase is used with a case form that links it to the thing being supplemented.

Usage and context: In law and policy, täienduseks can refer to amendments or additions made to existing regulations or documents. In nutrition or product development, it can denote an added component intended to bolster the primary product or diet. Related terms include lisand (an addition or appendage) and täiendav (supplementary). The word emphasizes the auxiliary role rather than the core element.

See also: lisand, täiendav, täiendama, toidulisand.

Note: Täienduseks is a functional noun expressing the idea of something that serves as a supplement to another thing. Its exact grammatical usage varies with context and accompanying case forms.