nimeämiseksi

Nimeämiseksi is a Finnish term that translates to "for naming" or "for the purpose of naming." It is a grammatical case ending, specifically the translative case, when used with a noun to indicate the act or purpose of naming something. The translative case in Finnish often expresses a transformation or a change of state, and in the context of naming, it signifies the process by which something is given a name.

For example, if one were to discuss the process of naming a child, the word "nimeämiseksi" might appear in a sentence describing the reason for a particular action. It signifies that the action is undertaken with the intention of assigning a name. While the translative case has a broader range of uses in Finnish, its application in "nimeämiseksi" is quite specific to the concept of naming.

Understanding this term requires familiarity with Finnish grammar, particularly the case system. The translative case in Finnish is typically formed by adding the suffix "-ksi" to the noun stem. Therefore, when referring to the purpose of naming, the word "nimeämiseksi" is constructed from the infinitive form of the verb "nimetä" (to name) combined with the translative ending. It is a functional term used to convey the objective or reason behind an act of naming.