Language/Icelandic/Vocabulary/Clothes
Hi Icelandic learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will learn Icelandic vocabulary related to clothing. Clothing is an important part of Icelandic culture and it reflects the harsh climate of the country. Icelandic woolen sweaters, called lopapeysa, are a symbol of Icelandic identity and are perfect for keeping warm in cold weather. So, let's improve our Icelandic language skills and check out some useful words for clothing. Don't hesitate to ask me any questions.
Basic vocabulary[edit | edit source]
Let's begin with some basic vocabulary for clothes in Icelandic:
| Icelandic | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| föt | fœt | clothes |
| búningur | buːnɪŋʏr | costume |
| pils | pɪls | shirt |
| brettaskór | brɛtas̥kouːr | flip-flops |
| skór | skour | shoes |
| buxur | bʏxʏr | pants |
| sokkar | sɔkːar | socks |
| húfa | huːva | hood |
| hnífur | kniːvʏr | knife |
Dialogue:
- Person 1: Ég býst við að við höfum góð veður á morgun. (I expect that we will have good weather tomorrow.)
- Person 2: Já, ég mun fara í burtu og keypa nýja pils. (Yes, I will go out and buy a new shirt.)
Colors[edit | edit source]
Icelandic language has many words for colors, and here are some of them related to clothing:
| Icelandic | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| hvítur | kvɪːtʏr | white |
| svartur | svarːtʏr | black |
| grár | kraːr | gray |
| blár | plaːr | blue |
| fjólublár | fjoʊːlʏplaːr | purple |
| rauður | røːðʏr | red |
| bleikur | bleikʏr | pink |
Dialogue:
- Person 1: Hvaða lit eru sokkarnir þínir? (What color are your socks?)
- Person 2: Þeir eru gráir. (They are gray.)
Materials[edit | edit source]
Icelandic wool is famous for its quality, and the traditional Icelandic sweater, Lopapeysa, is a great example of that. Here is some related vocabulary:
| Icelandic | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| ull | ʏtlː | wool |
| flauel | flɔil | velvet |
| lakkrís | laukːriːs | licorice |
| stærð | staitʏrð | size |
| skinn | skɪnː | leather |
Dialogue:
- Person 1: Anna vil kaupa nýja köttu í ull. (Anna wants to buy a new woolen jacket.)
- Person 2: Hví ekki kaupa flottan flauel bagga með defum lakkrís litum? (Why not buy a fancy velvet bag with licorice colors?)
Accessories[edit | edit source]
Accessories can add a touch of style to any clothing. Icelandic people use them to face the cold weather and protect themselves from wind and rain.
| Icelandic | Pronunciation | English |
|---|---|---|
| hattur | hatʏr | hat |
| tálbrett | tauːlprɛtː | scarf |
| hanskar | hanskːar | gloves |
| regnhlíf | reiɣnl̥iːv | raincoat |
| axlareimur | akslarɛimʏr | shoulder strap |
Dialogue:
- Person 1: Ég varð að kaupa nýjan tösku með axlareim. (I had to buy a new bag with a shoulder strap.)
- Person 2: Þú getur keypt slíkan hatt eins og minn hattur, hann heldur þér hlýju. (You can buy such a hat as my hat, it keeps you warm.)
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
We hope that this lesson has helped you learn some useful Icelandic vocabulary related to clothing. Don't forget to practice and try to use these words in your daily conversations. If you want to learn more Icelandic vocabulary, check out Vocabulary and improve your Icelandic language skills. To find native speakers and practice the language, don't hesitate to join the Polyglot Club website.
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Well done on mastering this lesson! Don't miss these related pages to expand your knowledge: Food, Animals, Holiday Wishes Phrases & How to Say Hello and Greetings.
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Sources[edit | edit source]
- Icelandic lessons: Clothing
- How to Talk About Clothes in Icelandic.
- Patience, Warm Clothes, and Hope in the Heart | Icelandic language ...