Language/Icelandic/Grammar/How-to-Use-Be
Hi Icelandic learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will learn how to use the verb "be" in Icelandic. We will look at the conjugation of the verb, as well as some examples of how it is used in sentences.
Conjugation
The verb "be" is an irregular verb in Icelandic. It is conjugated as follows:
| Person | Singular | Plural |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | ég er | við erum |
| 2nd | þú ert | þið eruð |
| 3rd | hann/hún/það er | þeir/þær/þau eru |
Examples
Here are some examples of how the verb "be" is used in sentences:
- Ég er frá Íslandi. (I am from Iceland.)
- Við erum í Reykjavík. (We are in Reykjavík.)
- Þú ert að tala íslensku. (You are speaking Icelandic.)
- Hann er með vini sína. (He is with his friends.)
- Hún er að lesa bók. (She is reading a book.)
- Það er að borða mat. (It is eating food.)
- Þeir eru að fara út. (They are going out.)
- Þær eru að sofa. (They are sleeping.)
- Þau eru að spila leik. (They are playing a game.)
Dialogue
Let's look at a dialogue between two people using the verb "be":
- Person 1: Hvað ertu að gera? (What are you doing?)
- Person 2: Ég er að tala íslensku. (I am speaking Icelandic.)
- Person 1: Ertu að læra íslensku? (Are you learning Icelandic?)
- Person 2: Já, ég er að læra íslensku. (Yes, I am learning Icelandic.)
Conclusion
In this lesson, we have learned how to use the verb "be" in Icelandic. We looked at the conjugation of the verb, as well as some examples of how it is used in sentences. To improve your Icelandic Grammar, you can also use the Polyglot Club website. Find native speakers and ask them any questions!
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