Breakdown of Fundarstjórinn útskýrir reglurnar fyrir pallborðinu.
fyrir
for (fyrir þig)
reglan
the rule
fundarstjórinn
the moderator
pallborðið
the panel
útskýra
to explain
Questions & Answers about Fundarstjórinn útskýrir reglurnar fyrir pallborðinu.
Why is pallborðinu in the dative case?
It is the object of the preposition fyrir. When fyrir is used to indicate who you are doing something for or to (like explaining something to a panel), it requires the dative case. Since pallborð is a neuter noun, its definite dative form is pallborðinu.
Why is reglurnar in the accusative case?
It is the direct object of the verb útskýrir (explains). The verb útskýra takes the accusative case for the thing that is being explained. Because reglur (rules) is a feminine plural noun, its definite accusative form is reglurnar.
How is the word fundarstjórinn built?
It is a compound word made of fundar (the genitive form of fundur, meaning "meeting") and stjóri (manager or director). With the masculine definite article -nn added to the end, it becomes fundarstjórinn (the moderator).
Is the verb útskýrir related to the adjective skýr (clear)?
Yes! The infinitive útskýra (to explain) is formed from út (out) and skýr (clear). It literally means "to make clear out," which perfectly describes what a moderator does when explaining the rules.
Learn Fundarstjórinn útskýrir reglurnar fyrir pallborðinu and more in Icelandic
All course content and exercises are completely free — no paywalls, no trial periods, no signup needed.
- ✓ Practice with interactive exercises
- ✓ Track your progress with spaced repetition
- ✓Learn at your own pace — completely free