Understanding the Eesti Translative Case
In Estonian, the translative case is a special way to show change or transformation. It is used to express what something or someone is turning into or becoming.
Important Points
- The translative case is used to show a change in state or role.
- It often involves verbs that mean 'to become', 'to turn into', or 'to change'.
- In Estonian, the translative case usually ends with '-ks'.
Examples
- Ta sai õpetajaks. (He/She became a teacher.)
- Vesi muutus jääks. (The water turned into ice.)
- Poiss kasvas meheks. (The boy grew up to be a man.)
When using the translative case, remember that it shows a transformation. It's like magic words that tell us how one thing changes into another.