This is the 915th most frequent Icelandic word.
leysa
"To solve, release, dissolve, or untie."
In this context, "leysa" means to solve or resolve an issue, specifically a problem or a task.
Ég þarf að leysa þrautina.
I need to solve the puzzle.
Here, "leysa" is used to indicate resolving a dilemma or problem.
Hann leysti vandan á fundinum.
He resolved the problem during the meeting.
In this sentence, "leysa" conveys the act of uncovering or revealing something that was concealed or unknown.