Fjölbreytta

Fjölbreytta is an Icelandic adjective meaning diverse or varied. It is used to describe things that show a range of different forms, kinds, or elements, rather than something uniform. The word comes from the combination of fjöl- meaning many and breytt/breyta meaning changed, and it has developed into a common term for variety in cultural, natural, and social contexts. The base form is fjölbreytt; fjölbreytta appears as an inflected form used with feminine nouns in certain cases.

In practice, fjölbreytta appears in a variety of typical phrases. For example, fjölbreytt úrval describes a diverse collection, such as a library or market offering a wide range of options. Landslagið can also be described as fjölbreytt, meaning the landscape is varied. Fjölbreytt menning and fjölbreyttar hugmyndir refer to diverse culture or ideas, highlighting heterogeneity in communities, media, or academic disciplines. The term is commonly used across journalism, education, science, and public discourse to emphasize breadth and inclusion.

Synonyms and related terms include fjölbreyttur (masculine form), fjölbreyttur/einbeittur antonyms such as einhæfur (monotonous), and related concepts like fjölbreytileiki (diversity) and fjölbreyttni (variety). The word is versatile in both formal and informal Icelandic, frequently appearing in discussions about society, nature, and creative sectors.

See also: diversity, variety, Icelandic language grammar.