Väljendite
Väljendite is a term used in Estonian linguistics to refer to multiword units that function as a single unit of meaning and use. They cover a range of expressions, from fixed phrases and idioms to common word pairings and set phrases. Väljendite are distinguished from single words by their reliance on a sequence of words rather than a single lexeme, and by often having a meaning that is not fully predictable from the individual components.
Common types of väljendite include idioms, where the overall meaning cannot be guessed from the words themselves;
Key features of väljendite include variability, frequency, and semantic opacity. Some expressions allow morphological changes or
In research and practice, väljendite are studied within phraseology and lexicography, and they are important for