viðráðanlegt

viðráðanlegt is an Icelandic adjective that translates to "manageable," "affordable," or "feasible" in English. It is used to describe a situation, cost, or task that is within one's means or capabilities to handle or overcome.

The word is formed by combining the verb "viðráða" (to manage, to cope with) and the suffix "-legt" (an adjective-forming suffix often indicating possibility or suitability). Therefore, "viðráðanlegt" literally means "capable of being managed" or "suitable for managing."

In practical usage, viðráðanlegt can refer to financial matters. For instance, a price can be described as viðráðanlegt if it is affordable for a person or household. Similarly, a project or a problem can be considered viðráðanlegt if it is achievable or solvable with the available resources and effort.

The opposite of viðráðanlegt is "viðráðalaust," meaning "unmanageable," "unaffordable," or "infeasible." This distinction highlights the importance of assessing whether something is within reach or beyond one's capacity. The concept of viðráðanlegt is therefore central to planning, budgeting, and decision-making, both on a personal and societal level.