tõhustamaks

Tõhustamaks is an Estonian word that functions as an adverbial participle. It is derived from the verb "tõhustama," which means to make more effective, to enhance, or to boost. The suffix "-ks" indicates purpose or intention, translating roughly to "in order to enhance" or "for the purpose of making more effective."

This word is used to explain the reason or goal behind an action. For example, one might say, "Investeerime uude tehnoloogiasse tõhustamaks tootmist," which translates to "We are investing in new technology in order to enhance production." Here, "tõhustamaks" clarifies the purpose of the investment.

The grammatical function of "tõhustamaks" is to modify a verb or an entire clause, providing context about why something is being done. It is a concise way to express the desired outcome or the intended improvement. While a direct one-word English equivalent is difficult, the meaning is encompassed by phrases like "to improve," "to boost," or "for the purpose of increasing efficiency." It is a common and useful term in the Estonian language for articulating objectives and motivations behind actions, particularly in professional or technical contexts.