No. 971 in Icelandic
samtök
"Organizations" or "associations."
In a sentence
Samtök bænda standa vörð um hagsmuni bænda.
The association of farmers safeguards the interests of farmers.
In this sentence, 'samtök' refers to an organized body or association, particularly of farmers.
Það var mikil gleði á samtökum félagsins í gær.
There was much joy in the association's meeting yesterday.
Here, 'samtök' is used as a collective term, indicating an organized group of individuals.
Samtök kvenna hafa haft mikil áhrif á samfélagið.
Women's organizations have had a significant influence on society.
In this example, 'samtök' depicts groups or organizations, often collectively striving for a common goal.
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