mikill

This is the 285th most frequent Icelandic word.


mikill

"Great" or "large."


Here, 'mikill' is used to describe the intensity or extent of the noun 'áhugi' (interest).

Það er mikill áhugi á mótinu.

There is great interest in the event.


In this sentence, 'mikill' is used to describe a physical characteristic, referring to the dog's size.

Hún á mikinn hund sem er mjög vingjarnlegur.

She has a big dog that is very friendly.


Here, 'mikill' qualifies an abstract concept, demonstrating emphasis on the severity or magnitude of the danger.

Þeir áttu mikla vítishættu að kljást við í leiknum.

They had a big penalty danger to deal with in the game.