No. 547 in Icelandic
sambandi
The Icelandic word "sambandi" means "connection" or "relationship" in English.
In a sentence
Ég hef verið í sambandi við vini mína.
I have been in contact with my friends.
In this sentence, 'sambandi' means 'contact' or 'connection,' referring to maintaining communication.
Talið er að hann hafði verið í sambandi við málið.
It is believed that he had been involved in the case.
Here, 'sambandi' refers metaphorically to involvement or connection with an issue or case.
Við erum í góðu sambandi við þau.
We are on good terms with them.
In this context, 'sambandi' indicates a positive and harmonious relationship.
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