Uppfærð

Uppfærð is an Icelandic feminine singular past participle used as an adjective meaning “updated” or “upgraded.” It describes something that has been brought up to date or improved. The masculine singular form is uppfærður and the neuter singular form is uppfært; in plural, the forms are uppfærðir (masculine), uppfærðar (feminine), and uppfærð (neuter), reflecting agreement with the noun.

Etymology and usage notes: uppfærð is derived from the verb uppfæra, formed with the prefix upp- meaning “up” and færa meaning “to bring” or “to move.” The term is commonly used in technology, publishing, and documentation to indicate currency or modification. It is frequently seen in release notes, product descriptions, manuals, and on websites.

Examples:

- Þessi síða er uppfærð. (This page is updated.)

- Uppfærð útgáfa af forriti kemur með nýja eiginleika. (An updated version of the software comes with new features.)

- Uppfærðar upplýsingar eru til uppfærsla. (Updated information is available.)

Translation and nuance: in English, uppfærð translates as “updated,” with context sometimes implying “upgraded.” The exact sense—whether updating content, software, or hardware—depends on the noun it modifies.

Overall, uppfærð is a standard, neutral term used to indicate that something has been refreshed, revised, or brought up to date.