torjutakseen

Torjutakseen is an Estonian verbal form described in linguistic sources as a non-finite construction used to express purpose. It is derived from the verb torjuma, meaning to reject, ward off, or push away. In grammar descriptions, torjutakseen functions as an infinitive-like form that conveys the aim or intention of an action stated in the main clause. It is typically found in formal, historical, or literary texts and is rarely used in everyday speech.

In usage, torjutakseen appears in subordinate clauses to indicate why an action is undertaken. It can accompany verbs that express intention, enabling a concise, purpose-oriented sentence construction. Because it is a non-finite form, it does not carry mood or person on its own, instead relying on the surrounding clause for grammatical agreement.

Frequency and status: The form is acknowledged in descriptive grammars of Estonian but is not common in contemporary conversation. It may appear in translations, archival documents, or linguistic discussions about Estonian non-finite verb forms. Etymology: a derivation from torjuma, with the purposive meaning embedded in the connective form.

See also: Estonian grammar, non-finite verb forms, torjuma.