The Icelandic Language
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The Icelandic Language In The Digital Age
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Author : Georg Rehm
language : en
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Release Date : 2012-05-30
The Icelandic Language In The Digital Age written by Georg Rehm and has been published by Springer Science & Business Media this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-05-30 with Computers categories.
This white paper is part of a series that promotes knowledge about language technology and its potential. It addresses educators, journalists, politicians, language communities and others. The availability and use of language technology in Europe varies between languages. Consequently, the actions that are required to further support research and development of language technologies also differ for each language. The required actions depend on many factors, such as the complexity of a given language and the size of its community. META-NET, a Network of Excellence funded by the European Commission, has conducted an analysis of current language resources and technologies. This analysis focused on the 23 official European languages as well as other important national and regional languages in Europe. The results of this analysis suggest that there are many significant research gaps for each language. A more detailed expert analysis and assessment of the current situation will help maximise the impact of additional research and minimize any risks. META-NET consists of 54 research centres from 33 countries that are working with stakeholders from commercial businesses, government agencies, industry, research organisations, software companies, technology providers and European universities. Together, they are creating a common technology vision while developing a strategic research agenda that shows how language technology applications can address any research gaps by 2020.
The Little Book Of Icelandic
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Author : Alda Sigmundsdottir
language : en
Publisher: Little Books Publishing
Release Date : 2022-01-21
The Little Book Of Icelandic written by Alda Sigmundsdottir and has been published by Little Books Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-01-21 with Travel categories.
Icelandic is one of the oldest and most complex languages in the world. In this book, Alda Sigmundsdóttir looks at the Icelandic language with wit and humor, and how it reflects the heart and soul of the Icelandic people and their culture. Many of the Icelanders' idioms and proverbs, their meaning, and origins are discussed, as is the Icelanders' love for their language and their attempts to keep it pure through the ongoing construction of new words and terminology. There is a section on Icelandic curse words as well as Icelandic slang, which is mostly derived from English. Throughout, this book deconstructs Icelandic vocabulary, and the often-hilarious, almost naive, ways in which words are made. Among the fascinating topics broached in The Little Book of Icelandic: • The Language Committee: how Icelanders struggle to keep their language “pure” • Let's make a word!—How names for new things are constructed • Old letters, strange sounds: wrapping your tongue around the Icelanders’ tongue • $#*!%&!“#$%*, or how Icelanders curse • The missing dialects—why Icelandic has none • Which is the prettiest of all: contests to find the most lovely word in Icelandic (and the ugliest!) • Quintessential Icelandic words and phrases (the ones that describe the Icelanders like no others) • Useful phrases to impress your new Icelandic friends! • Klósett—the unexpected origin of the Icelandic word for toilet ... and so much more! This is a must-read book for anyone interested in the Icelandic people, their culture—and of course their language. Excerpt "Idioms and proverbs provide a unique insight into the soul of a nation. They say so much about a people’s history—the heartfelt, the tragic, the monumental, the proud. Icelandic has a vast number of idioms and proverbs that are a direct throwback to our nation’s past, especially idioms relating to the ocean, which is such a massive force in our nation's history. Many of them we use all the time without ever giving a thought to their origins. What follows is a random sampling—I hope you enjoy reading about them as much as I did. — Idiom: Eins og skrattinn úr sauðaleggnum Translation: Like Satan out of the sheep’s leg bone Meaning: Unexpectedly, out of the blue If someone suddenly appeared, especially someone I didn’t really want to see, I might say hann kom eins og skrattinn úr sauðaleggnum, literally “he appeared like Satan out of the sheep’s leg bone”. Where the affiliation between a sheep’s leg bone and the prince of darkness comes in I could not tell you. However, I can tell you that, in the old days, Icelandic children (being impoverished and everything) had no proper toys. Instead, they played with sheeps’ bones, each of which was assigned a role. The jawbones were the cows, the joints of the legs were the sheep, and the leg bones were the horses. So maybe folks were worried that Satan—being the crafty bugger that he was—would install himself in a sheeps’ leg bone when the kids were playing and then suddenly BOO! pop out and scare the bejeezus out of them. It’s just a theory. Incidentally, the use of this idiom is not confined to people—it is also successfully used to comment on unwanted happenings, as in: “Damn, this huge phone bill comes like Satan out of a sheep’s leg bone!”
Icelandic Language
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Author : Meda Gunnarsdottir
language : en
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Release Date : 2015-10-30
Icelandic Language written by Meda Gunnarsdottir and has been published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-10-30 with categories.
Whether you have a trip to Iceland coming up and you're not sure quite where to begin with the language, or you need to study Icelandic for any other reason, this guide will provide everything you need to make your trip to Iceland a comfortable one. With the most frequently heard Icelandic words and phrases, all grouped by topic, plus fascinating details about its culture make this book a must for any traveler to Iceland. But wait. There's more! The menu has been laid out for easy, convenient navigation, and a mini English-to-Icelandic dictionary for quick reference on-the-fly has also been included. Learning Icelandic should be not only educational but also fun, and this guide was created to ensure that you appreciate the many facets of Iceland's language and culture - even before you set foot in one of the world's most beautiful nations.
The Little Book Of Icelandic
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Author : Alda Sigmundsdóttir
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2016
The Little Book Of Icelandic written by Alda Sigmundsdóttir and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016 with Icelandic language categories.
Icelandic language is complicated-- a lot like the Icelandic people. Alda Sigmundsdóttir's book isn't about the technicalities of Icelandic, to help you learn the language. Instead it is an attempt to show how the essence of the Icelandic people and their culture is reflected in their language. -- Introduction.
An Elementary Grammar Of The Old Norse Or Icelandic Language
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Author : George Bayldon
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1870
An Elementary Grammar Of The Old Norse Or Icelandic Language written by George Bayldon and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1870 with categories.
North American Icelandic
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Author : Birna Arnbjornsdottir
language : en
Publisher: Univ. of Manitoba Press
Release Date : 2006-12-15
North American Icelandic written by Birna Arnbjornsdottir and has been published by Univ. of Manitoba Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006-12-15 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
North American Icelandic evolved mainly in Icelandic settlements in Manitoba and North Dakota and is the only version of Icelandic that is not spoken in Iceland. But North American Icelandic is a dying language with few left who speak it.North American Icelandic is the only book about the nature and development of this variety of Icelandic. It details the social and linguistic constraints of one specific feature of North American Icelandic phonology undergoing change, namely Flámæli, which is the merger of two sets of front vowels. Although Flámæli was once a part of traditional Icelandic, it was considered too confusing and was systematically eradicated from the language. But in North America, Flámæli use spread unchecked, allowing the rare opportunity of viewing the evolution of a dialect from its birth to its impending demise.
Languages Of Iceland
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Author : Source Wikipedia
language : en
Publisher: University-Press.org
Release Date : 2013-09
Languages Of Iceland written by Source Wikipedia and has been published by University-Press.org this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-09 with categories.
Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. Pages: 27. Chapters: Icelandic language, Eth, Thorn, History of Icelandic, Icelandic exonyms, Icelandic phonology, Linguistic purism in Icelandic, AE, Rasmus Christian Rask, High Icelandic, List of Icelandic language poets, First Grammatical Treatise, Arni Magnusson Institute for Icelandic Studies, Icelandic vocabulary, Street names in Iceland, Quirky subject, Pre-occlusion, Icelandic Sign Language, Weak noun, Strong noun, Icelandic Language Institute, Icelandic Language Day. Excerpt: Icelandic (.)) is a North Germanic language, the main language of Iceland. Its closest relative is Faroese. Icelandic is an Indo-European language belonging to the North Germanic or Nordic branch of the Germanic languages. Historically, it was the westernmost of the Indo-European languages prior to the colonisation of the Americas. Icelandic, Faroese, as well as Norwegian formerly comprised West Nordic; Danish and Swedish comprised East Nordic. The Nordic languages are now divided into Insular Nordic and mainland Scandinavian languages. Norwegian is now grouped with Danish and Swedish because of its mutual intelligibility with those languages due to its heavy influence from them over the last millennium, particularly from Danish. Most Western European languages have greatly reduced levels of inflection, particularly noun declension. Contrarily, Icelandic retains an inflectional grammar comparable to that of Latin and that of the medieval Germanic languages including Old Norse and Old English. The main difference between Icelandic and Latin inflectionally is in verbs. Nouns, adjectives, pronouns, and adverbs are handled similarly in both languages. Icelandic possesses many instances of oblique cases without any governing word, like Latin. For example, many of the various Latin ablatives have a corresponding Icelandic dative. The vast majority of..
Learn Icelandic
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Author : Let's Learn
language : en
Publisher: Independently Published
Release Date : 2023-09-04
Learn Icelandic written by Let's Learn and has been published by Independently Published this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-09-04 with categories.
Embark on a captivating linguistic journey with "Learn Icelandic," your essential companion for delving into the fascinating world of the Icelandic language. Whether you're a newcomer eager to explore the language spoken in the land of fire and ice or an enthusiast looking to deepen your proficiency, this book offers a comprehensive exploration of Icelandic that covers all essential aspects. Unlock the beauty of the Icelandic language by mastering the Icelandic Alphabet, Adjectives, Adverbs, Numbers, Nouns, Articles, Pronouns, Plural Forms, and Gender. Delve into the intricacies of Gender in Icelandic and harness the power of Icelandic Verbs, Prepositions, and Negation to express yourself with clarity and eloquence. Enhance your conversational skills by diving into Icelandic Questions and expand your vocabulary with essential Icelandic words and phrases. Immerse yourself in the rich culture and linguistic heritage of Iceland, where stunning landscapes, folklore, and a deep connection to nature come alive through language. "Learn Icelandic" is thoughtfully designed to make your language learning experience engaging, practical, and effective. With its user-friendly approach and comprehensive content, you'll confidently navigate the Icelandic language landscape. Open the door to a world of Icelandic sagas, breathtaking natural wonders, and connections to the heart of the North Atlantic. Whether you're planning a visit to Iceland, intrigued by Nordic languages, or seeking personal enrichment, "Learn Icelandic" is your key to linguistic fluency. Begin your Icelandic journey today and embrace the beauty of this captivating and unique language. Dive into the heart of Icelandic culture and communication with "Learn Icelandic." Your path to Icelandic mastery begins here!
The Icelandic Language
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Author : Stefán Karlsson
language : en
Publisher: Viking Society for Northern Research University College
Release Date : 2004
The Icelandic Language written by Stefán Karlsson and has been published by Viking Society for Northern Research University College this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004 with Foreign Language Study categories.
A Grammar Of The Icelandic Or Old Norse Tongue
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Author : Rasmus Rask
language : en
Publisher: John Benjamins Publishing
Release Date : 1976-01-01
A Grammar Of The Icelandic Or Old Norse Tongue written by Rasmus Rask and has been published by John Benjamins Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1976-01-01 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
This volume contains a reprint of the English translation (1843) by Sir George Webbe Dasent of Rask’s Anvising till Isländskan eller Nordiska Fornspråket (1818). This re-edition, with an added bio-bibliography of Rask, should enable the linguist of today to obtain a fairly rounded picture of this important 19th-century scholar who, together with Bopp and Grimm, has justly been ranked among the founding fathers of the comparative-historical study of Indo-European languages. Rasmus Kristian Rask (1787–1832) did not occupy himself with historical linguistics alone as a comparativist, but also with language as a system based on a notion of structure comprised of three key ideas: the idea of wholeness, the idea of transformation (derivation and composition), and the idea of self-regulation. He formulated theoretical and practical premises for the composition of grammars, and in this he was far ahead of his time and in closer proximity to the linguistic concerns and problems of our era. From both theoretical and pedagogical points of view, Rask’s grammar of Icelandic remains a most remarkable work.