hef

hef

The Icelandic word "hef" means "custom" or "tradition."

Here 'hef' is part of the verb phrase 'hef lesið' (have read), which is the present perfect tense in Icelandic.

Ég hef lesið þessa bók.

I have read this book.

In this sentence, 'hef' is used in a question form, serving as the auxiliary verb in the present tense.

Hef ég rétt fyrir mér?

Am I correct?

Here 'hef' is used to express possession, particularly of a habit, and is accompanied by the noun 'vana' (habit).

Ég hef vana að lesa á kvöldin.

I have a habit of reading in the evenings.