Fleirtalaformið

Fleirtalaformið is an Icelandic grammatical concept referring to the plural form of nouns. In Icelandic, nouns decline according to case, number, and gender. The plural form is used when referring to more than one of something. This involves changes to the noun's ending, and sometimes its stem, depending on the noun's gender (masculine, feminine, or neuter) and its declension class.

There are several common patterns for forming the plural. For instance, masculine nouns might add "-ar" or "-ir," while feminine nouns might add "-ur" or "-ir." Neuter nouns often have different plural endings, such as "-u" or "-ir." However, exceptions and irregular plurals are also prevalent in Icelandic, making memorization a key aspect of learning the language. The specific plural form is determined by the noun's gender, its nominative singular ending, and its declension pattern.

For example, the singular noun "hestur" (horse), which is masculine, has the plural form "hestar." The singular feminine noun "bók" (book) has the plural "bækur." The neuter noun "hús" (house) has the plural "hús" (note that some neuter nouns do not change in the plural). Understanding these plural formations is crucial for correct grammar and comprehension in Icelandic.