mikill

This is the 285th most frequent Icelandic word.


mikill

"Great" or "large."


In this sentence, 'mikill' is used to describe a physical characteristic, referring to the dog's size.

Hún á mikinn hund sem er mjög vingjarnlegur.

She has a big dog that is very friendly.


Here, 'mikill' qualifies an abstract concept, demonstrating emphasis on the severity or magnitude of the danger.

Þeir áttu mikla vítishættu að kljást við í leiknum.

They had a big penalty danger to deal with in the game.


Here, 'mikill' is used to describe the intensity or extent of the noun 'áhugi' (interest).

Það er mikill áhugi á mótinu.

There is great interest in the event.