skipti

This is the 549th most frequent Icelandic word.


skipti

"Skipti" means "exchange," "division," or "change" in English, depending on context.


Here, 'skipta' functions as a verb meaning 'to replace' or 'to change'.

Það þarf að skipta um dekk á bílnum.

The tire of the car needs to be replaced.


In this usage, 'skipti' is conjugated and means 'exchanged' or 'traded'.

Ég skipti einum skiptimiða fyrir annan.

I exchanged one transfer ticket for another.


In this sentence, 'skipti' is used in the expression 'Í hvert skipti' meaning 'Every time'. It denotes an instance or occurrence.

Í hvert skipti sem ég kem, fæ ég nýtt kaffi.

Every time I come, I get a new coffee.