Nálægt

Nálægt is an Icelandic word that translates to "near" or "close" in English. It is a versatile word used in various contexts, both literally and figuratively. Literally, it can describe physical proximity, such as "húsið er nálægt" meaning "the house is near." It can also indicate temporal closeness, as in "við skulum tala um það nálægt jólum" which translates to "let's talk about it close to Christmas."

Figuratively, nálægt can express emotional closeness or a strong connection between people. For instance, "hann var nálægt henni" could mean "he was close to her" in terms of friendship or a romantic relationship. It can also denote similarity or approximation, as in "þetta er nálægt því sem við ætluðum" meaning "this is close to what we intended." The word is a common element in everyday Icelandic conversation and literature, contributing to the nuanced expression of space, time, and relationships.