ühendsufiksiga

"Ühendsufiksiga" is an Estonian grammatical term referring to a compound suffix. In Estonian morphology, it describes a situation where two or more suffixes are attached to a base word, functioning together as a single unit to modify the word's meaning or grammatical function. This phenomenon is distinct from simple suffixation where only one suffix is added.

The formation of ühendsufiksiga can be observed in various grammatical categories. For instance, it can appear in the formation of comparative and superlative degrees of adjectives, or in the marking of specific case and number combinations. Understanding ühendsufiksiga is crucial for analyzing the complex morphology of Estonian words and for accurately interpreting their grammatical roles within sentences. The specific combination and order of suffixes in a compound suffix can significantly alter the nuanced meaning of the base word. Studying these combinations helps linguists and language learners to grasp the systematic nature of Estonian word formation.