põletamiseks

Põletamiseks is an Estonian grammatical form used to express purpose, translating roughly as "for burning" or "for the purpose of burning." It is formed from the verb põletama (to burn) with the suffix -miseks to create a phrase that marks the intended use of an object, material, or action. In usage, it functions similarly to English phrases such as "for burning" or "intended for burning."

Formation and meaning: The form combines the idea of burning with a purpose suffix, producing a noun-like or modifier phrase that specifies function. It is commonly attached to the stem of the verb to indicate why something exists or what it should be used for. For example, phrases can indicate that a substance or device is designed or suitable for burning, rather than for other tasks.

Usage: Põletamiseks is frequent in technical writing, safety instructions, product labeling, and manuals. It helps distinguish uses and applications. Example sentences include: "Põletamiseks kasutatakse ainult sobivat kütust." (Only appropriate fuel is used for burning.) "Põletamiseks mõeldud seadmed tuleb paigaldada vastavalt juhistele." (Devices intended for burning must be installed according to the instructions.) "Põletamiseks on vaja piisavat hapnikku ja kütust." (For burning, sufficient oxygen and fuel are required.)

Notes: While common in formal and technical text, the form is less often used in casual speech, where speakers may rephrase to express purpose more directly. Põletamiseks is closely related to the noun põletamine (burning) and to other purpose-form constructions in Estonian grammar.