No. 692 in Icelandic

málefni

"Málefni" means "issue," "matter," or "affair" in English.

In a sentence

Við ræddum mikið um málefni samfélagsins.
We discussed extensively about the issues of society.
In this sentence, "málefni" refers to topics or matters of concern related to society, indicating a subject of discussion or interest.
Hún hafði djúpan áhuga á málefnum barna.
She had a deep interest in children's issues.
Here, "málefni" denotes topics or issues specifically related to children, showcasing interest in specific areas of concern.
Það er mikilvægt að takast á við alþjóðleg málefni í dag.
It is important to address international issues today.
In this context, "málefni" pertains to global matters, emphasizing issues of a broader scope.

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