Adjectives in superlative form Exercises in Islandic language

Mastering the use of adjectives in their superlative form is a crucial step in becoming proficient in Icelandic. In Icelandic, as in English, superlative adjectives are used to express the highest degree of a quality among three or more items. However, the formation and usage of these superlative forms can be quite different from what you might be used to. By understanding the rules and patterns that govern Icelandic superlatives, you will be able to describe the most impressive landscapes, the best qualities of people, and the most exceptional experiences with precision and flair. In this section, we will explore the structure, formation, and practical application of superlative adjectives in Icelandic. You'll learn how to transform base adjectives into their superlative forms, handle irregular adjectives, and use these forms in sentences to convey clear and accurate meanings. With a series of engaging exercises, examples, and explanations, you'll gain confidence in identifying and using superlative adjectives correctly. Whether you're describing the highest mountain, the coldest winter, or the most beautiful sunset, these exercises will help you enhance your Icelandic vocabulary and expression.

Exercise 1 

<p>1. Reykjavík is the *stærsta* city in Iceland (largest).</p> <p>2. This is the *fallegasta* flower I have ever seen (most beautiful).</p> <p>3. He is the *sterkasti* man in our town (strongest).</p> <p>4. She sang the *best* song at the concert (best).</p> <p>5. This is the *erfiðasta* test I have ever taken (hardest).</p> <p>6. The *lengsti* river in Iceland is called Þjórsá (longest).</p> <p>7. That was the *skemmtilegasta* party of the year (most fun).</p> <p>8. This is the *dýrasta* car in the showroom (most expensive).</p> <p>9. The *minnsta* kitten is the cutest (smallest).</p> <p>10. This is the *hæsta* mountain in Iceland (highest).</p>
 

Exercise 2

<p>1. Hann er *hæfasti* kennarinn í skólanum (most skilled).</p> <p>2. Þetta er *stærsta* hús í bænum (largest).</p> <p>3. Hún er *fallegasta* konan sem ég hef séð (most beautiful).</p> <p>4. Hann er *sterkasti* maðurinn í þorpinu (strongest).</p> <p>5. Þetta er *dýrasta* veitingastaðurinn í borginni (most expensive).</p> <p>6. Þetta er *skemmtilegasta* bókin sem ég hef lesið (most entertaining).</p> <p>7. Þetta er *fyndnasta* myndin sem ég hef séð (funniest).</p> <p>8. Hann er *klárasti* nemandinn í bekknum (smartest).</p> <p>9. Hún er *vinsælasta* stelpan í skólanum (most popular).</p> <p>10. Þetta er *hæðsta* fjallið á Íslandi (tallest).</p>
 

Exercise 3

<p>1. The blue whale is the *stærsta* animal in the world (adjective for big).</p> <p>2. Mount Everest is the *hæsta* mountain on Earth (adjective for high).</p> <p>3. This is the *fallegasta* sunset I've ever seen (adjective for beautiful).</p> <p>4. He is the *glaðasta* person I know (adjective for happy).</p> <p>5. This is the *versta* storm we've ever experienced (adjective for bad).</p> <p>6. She is the *klárasta* student in the class (adjective for smart).</p> <p>7. This is the *minnsta* dog I've ever seen (adjective for small).</p> <p>8. The Sahara is the *heitasta* desert in the world (adjective for hot).</p> <p>9. He is the *sterkasta* man in the competition (adjective for strong).</p> <p>10. This cake is the *sætasta* dessert on the menu (adjective for sweet).</p>
 

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