This is the 311th most frequent Icelandic word.
deild
Division, department, or section.
In this sentence, 'deild' is used to mean a specific division or department within a larger institution.
Ég vinn á læknisfræðideildinni.
I work in the medical department.
In this context, 'deild' signifies a division or category used for organizational purposes.
Þú getur valið eina af þessum deildum.
You can choose one of these divisions.
Here, 'deild' refers to a group or team, particularly in a competitive or organizational context.