monikkomonikkojen
Monikkomonikkojen is a coined Finnish term used in linguistic discussions to refer to the genitive plural form of the hypothetical compound monikkomonikko. The base word monikko means “plural” in Finnish, and monikkomonikko is a constructed example intended to illustrate recursive or nested plurality in Finnish morphology and syntax. The form monikkomonikkojen is the genitive plural, typically used when describing possession or association with multiple instances of the coined term.
Etymology and formation: The term is created by combining the noun monikko with itself to form a
Concept and usage: In theoretical linguistics, monikkomonikkojen is employed as a pedagogical device to discuss recursive
Examples: A typical illustrative sentence might be: Tutkimuksessa tarkastellaan monikkomonikkojen ilmiötä. This translates roughly to “The
See also: Monikko, Finnish morphology, Finnish syntax, Recursion in linguistics.