Icelandic
Also known as: Íslenska
The most conservative living North Germanic language, retaining a complex inflectional system close to Old Norse. Modern Icelanders can still read 13th-century sagas with limited difficulty.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Icelandic?
Icelandic is a dialect of Icelandic.
Which region is Icelandic associated with?
Icelandic is part of the Europe region on DialectAtlas.
Is Icelandic known by other names?
Yes — Icelandic is also referred to as Íslenska.