líknulegt

Líknulegt is an Icelandic adjective meaning “likable, pleasant, agreeable, or appealing.” It is used to describe people, things, or experiences that elicit a positive appraisal, typically in descriptive or evaluative contexts. The neuter singular form líknulegt is used with neuter nouns and in predicative constructions; the masculine form is líknulegur and the feminine form is líknuleg, with plural forms following standard Icelandic adjective inflection.

The word is formed from the stem líkn- (related to líka, to like) with the productive suffix -legt, which yields adjectives that denote a quality or tendency. As with other Icelandic adjectives, líknulegt inflects for gender, number, and definiteness.

Líknulegt tends to appear in more formal or literary registers than common speech and is not as everyday as simpler translations such as “pleasant” or “likeable” in English. It can describe artifacts, performances, or personalities to convey a generally favorable impression without strong enthusiasm. In usage, líknulegt is often understood as carrying a mild positive valence, suitable for nuanced appraisal rather than blunt judgment.

Related terms include líknulegur, the masculine form meaning “likable,” and the verb líka, from which the adjective is derived. In the Icelandic lexicon, líknulegt sits among adjectives that express evaluative qualities and helps expand the range of positive descriptors available to speakers and writers.