veikjast
Veikjast is an Icelandic term that generally translates to "to fall ill" or "to become sick." It describes the onset of a disease or a physical ailment. The verb is commonly used in everyday conversation to indicate that someone has contracted an illness, ranging from minor ailments like a cold to more serious conditions.
The term itself is derived from the Icelandic word "veik," meaning "sick" or "weak." Therefore, "veikjast" literally
For example, one might say "Ég veikist í gær," meaning "I fell ill yesterday." Similarly, parents might