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No. 694 in Icelandic

neikvæð

The Icelandic word "neikvæð" means "negative" in English.

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  • Mér var sagt að veðrið yrði neikvæð áhrif á ferðalagið.

    I was told that the weather would have a negative impact on the trip.

    Here, "neikvæð" is used as an adjective to describe "áhrif" (impact), showing an unfavorable or harmful attribute.

  • Hún hafði neikvæð viðhorf gagnvart nýju breytingunum.

    She had negative attitudes towards the new changes.

    In this sentence, "neikvæð" qualifies "viðhorf" (attitudes), indicating disapproval or pessimistic feelings.

  • Við ræddum um neikvæða hlið stafræns tækni.

    We discussed the negative side of digital technology.

    Here, "neikvæða" is a descriptor for "hlið" (side), emphasizing drawbacks or disadvantages.

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