translative
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /trænˈsleɪtɪv/
KK: /træn'sleɪtɪv/
adjective
Definition
Relating to the grammatical case that shows a change of state or movement, often used in languages like Finnish, or pertaining to the process of translating from one language to another.
Example
In Finnish, the translative case is used to indicate a change of state, such as becoming well.
Conversation
I was reading about grammar cases in Finnish yesterday.
Oh really? That sounds interesting!
Yeah, they have this translative case that indicates movement.
I didn't know that! It must be challenging to learn.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
transferable
transitory
migratory
Antonyms
static
fixed
permanent
noun
Definition
A grammatical term referring to a word or form that indicates a change of state or transformation, often used in the context of languages that have a translative case.
Example
In Finnish, the translative case is used to express a change into a new state, such as 'from a child to an adult'.
Conversation
Have you ever heard of the term translative in linguistics?
Yeah, I think it's about how words change form in different cases, right?
Exactly! I read that the translative case is quite interesting in some languages.
Root Explanation
Translative is formed from "trans-" (meaning across) and "latus" (meaning carried or borne). The word describes something that is carried across or transferred from one state to another.
Memory Tip
Think of something being 'carried across' — 'trans-' means across, and 'latus' means carried. This helps you remember that 'translative' refers to the act of transferring or carrying something from one place or state to another.
Visually Confused Words
strangulative
retranslate
granulative
talkative