yfirskriftin

Yfirskriftin is an Icelandic term that translates to "uppercase" or "upper case" in English. It refers to the set of capital letters used in the Icelandic alphabet, which is based on the Latin script. The Icelandic alphabet consists of 32 letters, including 29 consonants and 3 vowels. The uppercase letters are used for various purposes, such as starting sentences, proper nouns, and acronyms.

The Icelandic uppercase letters are as follows: A, Á, B, D, Ð, E, É, F, G, H, I, Í, J, K, L, M, N, O, Ó, P, R, S, T, U, Ú, V, X, Y, Ý, Þ, Æ, and Ö. The letters Á, É, Í, Ó, Ú, Ý, Æ, and Ö are considered distinct letters in Icelandic, each with its own uppercase and lowercase forms.

Yfirskriftin is an important aspect of Icelandic orthography, as it helps to distinguish between different words and improves readability. It is also used in various contexts, such as signage, branding, and design. The use of uppercase letters in Icelandic is consistent with the broader use of the Latin script in European languages, although there are some differences in the specific letters and their pronunciation.