Icelandic Word of the Day — 1st of Mar, 2026
vinur
/VI-nur/ • noun
friend
vinur
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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)
Usage
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.