suhtlusi

Suhtlusi is an Estonian noun form that represents the partitive plural of suhtlus, meaning communication, interaction, or correspondence. In this sense, suhtlusi refers to an indefinite or non-specific quantity of communications rather than a defined set.

Etymology and form are typical of Estonian noun inflection. The base word suhtlus means communication or interaction, and the partitive plural form, suhtlusi, is used to indicate "some communications" or "occasions of communication" within a larger context. The genitive plural of the same root is suhtluste, and the nominative plural is suhtlused, illustrating how Estonian marks number and aspect through distinct case endings.

Grammatical use and meaning: suhtlusi is employed when the speaker points to an unspecified portion of communications or interactions. It often appears with quantifiers or in contexts where the exact count is not stated, contrasting with finite or definite references. In sentences, it can convey everyday activity, exchange, or correspondence without claiming a precise total. For example, in translation, phrases like “several communications” or “some interactions” would align with the sense of suhtlusi, depending on the surrounding grammar.

Usage notes: As a grammatical form, suhtlusi is primarily of interest in studies of Estonian morphology and syntax. It is not a separate semantic concept beyond its role as the partitive plural of suhtlus. It may appear in formal or descriptive linguistic discussions, language-learning materials, and examples illustrating partitive plural usage in Estonian.

See also: Estonian language, suhtlus, Estonian grammar.