This is the 85th most frequent Icelandic word.
meðal
The Icelandic word "meðal" means "among," "average," or "medium" in English, depending on context.
Here, 'meðal' functions as a preposition meaning 'among', used to indicate inclusion within a group or range.
Jón er meðal bestu leikmanna í liðinu.
Jón is among the best players on the team.
In this sentence, 'meðal' again means 'among', indicating items that are part of a list or group.
Meðal heimsókna hans voru margar áhugaverðar borgir.
Among his visits were many interesting cities.
Here, 'meðal' means 'between' or 'in the range', specifying an interval or range of values.