määrämuotoisilla

määrämuotoisilla is a Finnish grammatical term. It refers to a noun that has taken on a specific, quantifiable form, often indicating a singular, definite, and accusative case. This grammatical feature is a key aspect of Finnish morphology, where nouns inflect for a variety of grammatical categories. When a noun is described as määrämuotoisilla, it signifies that it is not in its basic dictionary form (nominative singular) but has been modified to fit a particular role within a sentence. This modification can involve changes to the noun's ending to denote possession, location, or action directed towards it. Understanding this concept is crucial for comprehending Finnish sentence structure and the precise meaning conveyed by nouns. The term itself breaks down into "määrä" (quantity, amount, definite) and "muotoisilla" (having form, shaped by). Therefore, it directly translates to "having a definite form" or "shaped by quantity/definiteness." This grammatical state highlights the specific and often emphasized nature of the noun in context.