Styðjum

Styðjum is an Icelandic verb form derived from styðja, meaning to support or back. It functions as a finite form used to express collective action, roughly translating as “we support.” It is commonly found in statements of agreement, commitment, or advocacy, and frequently appears in slogans, campaigns, or public appeals.

Grammatical use and form: Styðjum is typically used with an implied subject (við, we), followed by a direct object that indicates what is being supported. Examples include Styðjum verkefnið (We support the project) or Styðjum réttindin (We support the rights). In informal or rhetorical contexts, Styðjum can appear as a stand‑alone call to action, akin to “Let us support…” or “We must support…,” depending on tone and punctuation.

Context and nuances: The word is common in political, social, and charitable discourse, where speakers seek to unite listeners around a shared goal. Because it is a first-person plural form, Styðjum often carries a sense of solidarity and collective responsibility. It can also function in written announcements and online campaigns as a concise, memorable message.

Etymology and related forms: Styðja is the base verb; Styðjum shares its root with related Icelandic forms in the same verb class. The term is cognate with other Nordic languages’ words for support or backing, reflecting a shared Germanic linguistic heritage.

See also: styðja (to support), stuðningur (support, backing), samstaða (unity).