hlaðist
Hlaðist is a term found in Icelandic-language use that can function as a verb meaning roughly “to become loaded” or “to pile up,” depending on context. It is generally linked to the root hlaða, meaning “to load,” and the suffix -st, which in Icelandic often conveys a middle or stative sense, describing a change of state rather than a deliberate action by an agent.
Etymology and forms: Hlaðist is related to the verb hlaða and to other forms such as hlaðast
Semantic range: The word typically appears in contexts describing quantities or materials that increase or accumulate
Usage and register: Hlaðist is relatively uncommon in everyday modern standard Icelandic and is more often
See also: hlaða, hlaðast, hlaðinn.
Notes: Because hlaðist is a verb form with a somewhat specialized use, it is useful primarily for