Icelandic Word of the Day
kvikindi
/KVI-kinda/ • noun — 3rd of Mar, 2026
Listen to pronunciation
Meaning: animal / creature
Examples
- Kvikindin hér er fallegt.
(The creature here is beautiful.) - Ég sá kvikindi í skóginum.
(I saw an animal in the forest.) - Kvikindi eins og hundur og köttur eru vinsæl.
(Creatures like dogs and cats are popular.)
Synonyms
- dýr
- verur
This word is commonly used in Icelandic to refer to animals or living beings, often in discussions about wildlife or pets.
Today's Game: Complete the Phrase — Play Now
Recent Words
| Date | Word | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-06 | morgunn | morning (the early part of the day) |
| 2026-05-05 | skilja | to understand; to comprehend |
| 2026-05-04 | spyrja | to ask (a question); to inquire |
| 2026-05-03 | forrit | a computer program; software; an app |
| 2026-05-02 | veður | weather; the state of the atmosphere (temperature,... |
Receive these via email
Sign in to your free account to receive daily words via email.
Get a new word in your inbox every day!