Samninginn

Samninginn is the definite singular form of the Icelandic noun samningur, meaning agreement or contract. It denotes a specific agreement identifiable from context or prior mention. In ordinary usage, samningurinn can function as subject or object and is common in legal, business, and political contexts when referring to a particular agreement.

Etymology and form: The term originates from the Icelandic word samningur, which in turn has Old Norse roots meaning an agreement. The definite form samningurinn is created by adding the definite article suffix to samningur, with spelling and pronunciation adapted to Icelandic phonology. The plural indefinite form is samningar, while the definite plural is samningarnir.

Usage and examples: In texts, samningurinn is used to reference a specific contract or agreement already mentioned or known to the reader. Examples include legal documents, news reporting, and diplomatic or commercial negotiations. For instance, “Samningurinn var undirritaður í dag” means “The contract was signed today.” The term frequently appears with modifiers such as alþjóðlegur (international), ríkisrekinn (state-level), eða endanlegur (final), depending on context.

See also: samningur, contracts, agreements.