nimetuseks
Nimetuseks is the translative form of the Estonian noun nimetus, meaning designation or name. It is used to express designation, role, or function, i.e., “as a designation.” In practice, nimetuseks appears in sentences that state how something is designated or named, often in scientific, official, or descriptive contexts.
Grammatical notes: The translative case marks a change into a state or role. When nimetus is used
- Organismi nimetuseks on Homo sapiens.
- Selles nähtuses anti nimetuseks X.
Use and distinctions: Nimetuseks tends to be used in formal, scientific, or bureaucratic language to denote