This is the 982nd most frequent Icelandic word.
embætti
"Embætti" means "office" or "position," often referring to an official post or role.
The word 'embætti' here refers to an official role or position of responsibility, emphasizing its formal and institutional aspect.
Hann gegnir embætti forseta Íslands.
He serves in the office of the President of Iceland.
In this sentence, 'embætti' signifies a specific official duty or work assignment, denoting its professional and demanding nature.
Þetta embætti krefst mikils skilnings og ábyrgðar.
This office demands much understanding and responsibility.
Here, 'embætti' is used to describe a workplace or a position of service in a general sense, focusing on its historical or traditional value.