þyggri

þyggri is an Old Norse word meaning "more acceptable" or "more agreeable." It is the comparative form of the adjective *þygr*, which means "acceptable" or "agreeable." The word *þygr* itself is derived from the Old Norse verb *þiggja*, meaning "to accept" or "to receive."

In Old Norse literature, *þyggri* is often used in contexts where a choice is being made between two or more options, and one is deemed preferable to the others. For example, a chieftain might consider one offer of tribute to be *þyggri* than another, or a warrior might find one course of action to be *þyggri* in a given situation. The word conveys a sense of suitability, reasonableness, or desirability.

The concept of something being *þyggri* is related to social norms and expectations in Viking Age society. What was considered *þyggri* would depend on factors such as status, kinship, and the specific circumstances. The word highlights the importance of making choices that were not only practical but also socially and culturally appropriate. While the word itself is no longer in common use in modern Scandinavian languages, its meaning reflects an important aspect of Old Norse values.