This is the 837th most frequent Icelandic word.
leika
"Leika" means "to play" or "to act" in English.
Here, 'leika' means 'to play,' indicating recreational or playful activity.
Ég leika mér með vininum mínum.
I play with my friend.
In this case, 'leika' is used to mean 'to act' in a performance context.
Leikararnir leika í nýjustu kvikmyndinni.
The actors perform in the latest movie.
Here, the root 'leik-' in 'leikurinn' pertains to a match or game, showcasing its use in sports or structured play.