täidetavadjektiivi

Täidetav jektiiiv is a term used in Estonian linguistics to describe a type of adjective that requires a complement to express its full meaning. This complement is typically another adjective or a noun phrase that specifies or elaborates on the adjective's quality. Without this complement, the täidetav jektiiiv often remains incomplete or ambiguous.

The function of a täidetav jektiiiv is to modify a noun indirectly, by linking it to another descriptive element. For instance, in the phrase "väsinud tööst" (tired from work), "väsinud" is the täidetav jektiiiv and "tööst" is the complement that explains the reason for the tiredness. Other examples include adjectives like "sarnane" (similar to), "erinev" (different from), or "täis" (full of). These adjectives inherently imply a comparison or a state that needs further definition.

The grammatical relationship between the täidetav jektiiiv and its complement is often established through prepositions or case endings. The specific preposition or case used depends on the semantic relationship between the adjective and its complement. Understanding täidetav jektiiiv is crucial for grasping the nuances of Estonian sentence structure and the way adjectives convey meaning in conjunction with other grammatical elements. It highlights how adjectives can function not just as standalone modifiers but as integral parts of a larger descriptive phrase.