fréttinni

Fréttinni is an Icelandic word that translates to "the news" or "the report." It is a common term used in everyday conversation and in media outlets across Iceland. The definite article "in" is appended to "frétt" (news) to indicate a specific instance of news. For example, one might say "Hefurðu heyrt fréttinni?" which means "Have you heard the news?"

The term can refer to a single piece of information or a broadcast of current events. Icelandic television and radio stations often have regular news programs titled "Fréttir" (plural of frétt), meaning "News." Similarly, newspapers and online news sites will use "fréttir" to categorize their articles. The concept of "fréttinni" is fundamental to how information is disseminated and consumed within Icelandic society, serving as the primary means of staying informed about local and global events.