No. 82 in Icelandic
líka
"To like" or "also/as well" (depending on context).
In a sentence
Ég líka syng í kór.
I also sing in a choir.
Here, "líka" is used to mean "also" or "too," indicating an additional activity.
Mér líkar við þessa bók.
I like this book.
In this sentence, "líkar" is a form of the verb "líka," used to express liking or preference.
Hann vill kafa, en ég kýs líka sund.
He wants to dive, but I also prefer swimming.
Here, "líka" is used to add an alternative activity, expressing an additional preference.
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