This is the 630th most frequent Icelandic word.
lést
"Lést" means "died" in English.
In this sentence, 'lést' is used as the past tense of the verb 'að látast', meaning 'to pass away' or 'to die'. It reflects a respectful and formal expression of someone passing.
Hann lést í fyrra.
He passed away last year.
Here, 'lést' serves as the second person singular past tense of 'að láta', meaning 'to let' or 'to allow'. It conveys granting permission or causing an action.
Þú lést mig fá bókina.
You let me have the book.
In this example, 'lést' is interpreted as part of an idiomatic expression involving the verb 'að hlæja', meaning 'to laugh'. The usage emphasizes her joyful laughter.