síðarnefnda

Sídarnefnda is an Icelandic word that translates to "the latter" or "the last mentioned" in English. It is used as a demonstrative adjective or pronoun to refer to the second of two items or people previously mentioned in a sentence or context. Its usage is similar to the English phrases "the latter" or "the latter one."

For example, if a sentence mentions "Jón and Páll went to the store; síðarnefnda bought milk," it means Páll bought milk. The word is derived from the Icelandic words "síðan" (since/after) and "nefna" (to mention). Therefore, it literally means "the one mentioned after."

Sídarnefnda is a common grammatical element in Icelandic, employed to avoid repetition and to clarify which of two subjects is being discussed. It is typically placed before the noun it modifies or used on its own as a pronoun when the noun is understood from the context. Understanding síðarnefnda is crucial for comprehending the precise meaning of sentences where two entities are contrasted or referred to sequentially.