taganemiseks

Taganemiseks is an Estonian grammatical form that means “for the purpose of retreating” or “for retreat.” It is formed from the verb taganema (to retreat, to withdraw) or the noun taganemine (retreat/withdrawal) with the suffix -seks, which creates a purpose or adverbial infinitive. In usage, taganemiseks functions similarly to other -seks forms in Estonian, expressing the purpose of an action.

Morphology and function

Taganemiseks is a non-finite form used to indicate purpose. It attaches to bases to form noun phrases that describe why an action is carried out. For example, in a phrase like taganemiseks ettevalmistused, the expression means “preparations for retreat/withdrawal.” The form is commonly found in formal or written Estonian, including policy, military, and organizational texts, where it helps specify the aim of measures or procedures.

Relation to related forms

The core meaning is tied to taganemine, the noun for the act of retreat, and taganema, the verb. Taganemiseks specifically conveys the purpose of an action, while the base forms refer to the act itself or the act in process. Other -seks formations in Estonian serve a similar purpose for different verbs (for use, for sale, for handling, etc.), illustrating a broader pattern of purpose indication in the language.

Usage notes

Taganemiseks is most natural in formal or written contexts. It can pair with various nouns to describe measures, plans, or preparations intended for retreat or withdrawal, especially in strategic, security, or organizational discussions. It is less common in everyday speech, where simpler expressions of purpose may be preferred.

See also

Taganemine, taganema, Estonian grammar, -seks suffix.