227. The suffix "-ajx-" is used to form "concrete" words. It is thus in
contrast to the abstract-forming suffix "-ec-" (202).
a. A word formed from a verbal root by means of the suffix "-ajx-"
expresses a concrete example of "a thing which undergoes" (or, in the
case of intransitives, "results from") the action indicated in the root:
konstruajxo = a building. kreskajxo = a plant, a growth.
sendajxo = consignment, thing sent. rebrilajxo = a reflection.
mangxajxo = food. restajxo = remainder.
b. A word formed from an adjectival root or formation by means of the
suffix "-ajx-" indicates "a thing characterized by" or "possessing the
quality" expressed in the root or formation to which it is attached:
belajxo = a thing of beauty. mirindajxo = a marvel.
maljustajxo = an injustice. okazintajxo = an occurrence.
c. A word formed from a noun-root by means of the suffix "-ajx-"
indicates "a thing made" or "derived from" that which is expressed in
the root:
sukerajxo = a sweet, confection. orajxo = a gold object.
ovajxo = an omelet. araneajxo = a spider-web.