Language & Culture
Iceland is known for its unique language and culture. The language, called Icelandic, is one of the oldest and least changed languages in the world. Iceland's culture is also shaped by traditions and myths that are still deeply anchored in society today. From music to literature and art, Icelandic culture is reflected in many areas. Tourism also plays an important role in preserving and promoting Iceland's cultural identity. Visitors have the opportunity to experience Iceland's fascinating language and culture up close and thereby gain a deeper understanding of the country and its people.
Conclusion: Iceland is always worth a trip!
Icelandic for beginners
Greetings
Hello Hello!
Good day - good day!
Hi - Hae
Farewells
Bye - Bless
Goodbye - Vertu blessaður!
Most important words
Yes - yes
No - no
Please! - Gjörðu svo vel!
Bottom up! - Skal!
Sorry- Fyrirgefðu, ...
Thanks - takk!
Naming
The surnames in Iceland are something special and different from our usual surnames. They are based on the North Germanic naming system, also known as the patronymic naming system.
What does that mean?
When Icelanders have children, they freely choose their first name.
The last name is made up of three parts:
1. Father's first name
2. A connecting 's'
3. A ' son ' for a son and a ' dóttir ' for a daughter
An example of this with our Florian: His father was called Lothar and so his last name in Iceland would have been 'Lotharsson'.
Icelanders can now also pass on their mother's first name instead of their father's (matronymic naming system).
Also an example with our Lisa: Her mother is called Lydia and therefore her last name in Iceland would be 'Lydiasdóttir'.
There are of course other names in Iceland, but they are the exception and often due to foreign origins.
Body Parts
Head - höfuð
Neck - neck
Breast - bringa
Belly - kviður / magi
Back - hryggur / bak
Hip - mjöðm
Arms - handleggur
Hand - kind
leg - fótur
Feet - fætur
Body - likami
Jewelry designation
Jewelry - skartgripur
Necklace - hàlsfesti
Ring - hringur
Bracelet - bracelet 🤨
Earring - eyrnalokkur
The Icelandic horses
Also called Icelandic horses, they are very versatile and robust horses. They may be a bit smaller, but no locals like to hear the term "Icelandic pony."
Funny phrases in common parlance
KEMUR ALLT MEÐ KALDA VATNINU
IT ALL COMES WITH THE COLD WATER
If you have patience, everything will work out.
RÚSÍNAN Í PYLSUENDANUM
THE RAISIN AT THE END OF THE HOT DOG
Description of a positive surprise or highlight.
TAKK FYRIR SÍÐAST
THANK YOU FOR THE LAST TIME
That's what Icelanders say the next time they meet after they've had a good time together.
LEGGJA HÖFUÐIÐ Í BLEYTI
PUT YOUR HEAD IN THE WATER
That's what Icelanders say when they really need to think about something.
Our Flo has to go there more often. 🤭
BLINDUR HE BÓKLAUS MAÐUR
BLIND, LIKE A BOOKLESS MAN
Icelanders use this term to describe someone who wants to force their way through a wall.
Die Geburt von Island begann jedoch erst vor etwa 16 Millionen Jahren mit dem Aufstieg eines Vulkanismus-Hotspots an der Stelle des heutigen Island. Der erste Vulkan, welcher Ausbrach und Lava auf der Meeresoberfläche hinterließ, war der Oraefajokull. Im Laufe der Zeit traten immer mehr Vulkane auf, die zusammen dazu beitrugen, dass Island immer größer wurde.
Die Insel besteht heute aus mehreren Vulkansystemen, die miteinander verbunden sind. Durch die immer noch aktiven Vulkane und geothermischen Aktivitäten ist Island auch weiterhin ständig in Bewegung und verändert sich kontinuierlich. Die Entstehung von Island ist also ein ständig fortschreitender Prozess, der weit über 18 Millionen Jahre zurückreicht und auch in Zukunft das Aussehen der Insel formen wird.
