elatiivigenetiivi

The elatiivigenetiivi is a grammatical case found in some Finnic languages, notably Finnish and Estonian. It is a form of the genitive case, but with a distinct meaning indicating origin or source. Literally translated, "elatiivi" refers to "out of" or "from." When used, the elatiivigenetiivi expresses that something comes from a particular place, person, or abstract concept.

For example, in Finnish, "talo" means house, and its genitive form is "talon." However, the elatiivigenetiivi of "talo" would be "talosta," meaning "from the house." This case is crucial for conveying directional or originational information. It distinguishes between simply possessing something (genitive) and something originating from that entity (elatiivigenetiivi). The case ending typically involves a suffix like "-sta" or "-stä" in Finnish. Understanding the elatiivigenetiivi is essential for comprehending the nuanced meanings conveyed in these languages.