übertragendem

"Übertragendem" is a German grammatical term that refers to the dative case form of a noun, pronoun, or adjective that functions as the object of a verb or preposition expressing transmission or transfer. The term derives from the verb *übertragen* (to transfer or transmit) combined with the suffix *-endem*, indicating the ending of the word in the dative masculine singular case. This form is used in contexts where something is passed, conveyed, or handed over, such as in the phrase *einem Freund eine Nachricht übertragendem* ("passing a message to a friend").

In German grammar, the dative case generally indicates the indirect object or the recipient of an action. The term "übertragendem" specifically highlights its role in verb constructions involving transfer or communication. For example, in the sentence *Er gab dem Kind das Spielzeug übergebendem Vater* ("He gave the toy to the father handing it over"), the phrase *übergebendem Vater* (literally "handing-over father") is in the dative form and describes the action of transferring the object.

This grammatical construct is common in written German, particularly in descriptive or narrative prose, where it adds precision to the description of actions involving movement or exchange. The form is derived from the present participle of *übertragen*, which functions as an adjective in the dative singular masculine case. For example, *dem übergebenden Mann* ("to the man handing over") follows this pattern.

While "übertragendem" is not a standalone word but rather a grammatical form, it serves as an illustrative example of how German adjectives and participles agree in gender, number, and case with the noun they modify. Understanding such constructions is essential for accurately conveying actions of transfer or communication in German grammar.