Icelandic Word of the Day
vinur
/VI-nur/ • noun — 1st of Mar, 2026
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Meaning: friend
Examples
- Hann er besti vinur minn.
(He is my best friend.) - Viltu koma með mér og hitta vini?
(Do you want to come with me and meet friends?) - Vinir styðja hvorn annan.
(Friends support each other.)
Synonyms
- félagi
- systir (informal for close friend)
The word 'vinur' is commonly used in Icelandic to refer to a friend, whether it be a close companion or simply someone you enjoy spending time with.
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