reparatsiooniks

Reparatsiooniks is a translative form of the Estonian noun reparatsioon, used to express purpose or intended state—essentially “for repair” or “to be used as repair.” It functions as a grammatical form rather than a standalone concept, often describing what something is used for or what state it is intended to reach. It can modify nouns in phrases such as “reparatsiooniks vajalikke materjale” (materials needed for repair) or “reparatsiooniks ettenähtud aeg” (the time allocated for repair).

Etymology and meaning: Reparatsioon is a loanword in Estonian, deriving from European languages with meanings related to repair or compensation. The translative suffix -ks converts the noun into a form signaling purpose or conversion, similar to how other Estonian nouns can take -ks to denote becoming or use.

Usage notes: In everyday language, reparatsiooniks is commonly found in technical, logistical, or formal contexts to indicate that something is intended for repair or intended to be used as a repair. It can be preferred over longer phrases like “reparatsiooni jaoks” in concise writing, but both forms are understood. In historical or political contexts, the plural reparatsioonid refers to reparations as compensation, while reparatsiooniks remains the form for the intended-purpose sense.

Examples:

- See varustus on reparatsiooniks vajalik. (This equipment is necessary for repair.)

- Reparatsiooniks ettenähtud eelarve on kinnitatud. (The budget allocated for repair has been approved.)

- Esemed on reparatsiooniks valmis. (The items are ready for repair.)

See also: reparatsioon, reparatsioonid, reparatsioonikohustused.