This is the 747th most frequent Icelandic word.
gefst
"Gefst" means "is given" or "yields" in English, depending on the context.
In this sentence, 'gefst' is used as part of the reflexive verb 'að gefast upp', meaning 'to give up'. It shows resilience.
Ég gefst ekki auðveldlega upp.
I do not give up easily.
Here, 'gefst' refers to something being provided or an opportunity arising. It is passive voice usage.
Tækifæri gefst til að ferðast næsta sumar.
An opportunity presents itself to travel next summer.
In this example, 'gefst' indicates that a solution becomes available or is offered, conveying availability or presentation.