This is the 776th most frequent Icelandic word.
stiga
The Icelandic word "stiga" can mean "stairs," "ladder," or "steps" in English, depending on context.
Here, 'stiga' is used in its verb form 'stíga', indicating a physical step or movement.
Hún steig upp á sviðið.
She stepped onto the stage.
In this sentence, 'stiga' is a noun meaning 'stairs', referring to the structure used for ascending or descending.
Við klifruðum upp stigann.
We climbed up the stairs.
Here, 'stiga' denotes 'points', referring to the score or tally in a competitive setting.