adj
Uncommon
Icelandic
ys-LAN-dihk
Icelandic (adj) means relating to Iceland, its people, or its language. Example: “She studied Icelandic sagas as part of her literature degree.”
adj
1
Relating to Iceland, its people, or its language.
"She studied Icelandic sagas as part of her literature degree."
noun
1
The North Germanic language spoken in Iceland.
"Icelandic has changed so little that speakers can still read texts from centuries ago."
How to use Icelandic
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDescribes anything from Iceland, or refers to the Icelandic language itself.
Common pairings
Icelandic sagas
speak Icelandic
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Word forms
- Plural
- Icelandics
- Comparative
- more Icelandic
- Superlative
- most Icelandic
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Etymology
From Iceland + the adjective-forming suffix -ic.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “Icelandic” mean?
The word “Icelandic” means relating to Iceland, its people, or its language. In plain terms, describes anything from Iceland, or refers to the Icelandic language itself.
How do you pronounce “Icelandic”?
“Icelandic” is pronounced ys-LAN-dihk (/aɪsˈlændɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “Icelandic” in a sentence?
Here is “Icelandic” used in a sentence: “She studied Icelandic sagas as part of her literature degree.”
What is another word for “Icelandic”?
Words with a similar meaning to “Icelandic” include Icelandish.
What part of speech is “Icelandic”?
Depending on how it is used, “Icelandic” can be an adjective and a noun.
Is “Icelandic” a common word?
“Icelandic” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Icelandic” have?
“Icelandic” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: relating to Iceland, its people, or its language.
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