Óskir

Óskir is the plural noun in Icelandic meaning "wishes" or "desires." It is the plural form of the noun ósk, which denotes a single wish. The word traces back to Old Norse ósk and is cognate with related North Germanic terms for "wish" or "desire." In modern Icelandic, the concept encompasses personal hopes, requests, and aspirational thoughts.

Óskir is used in everyday language and in literature to refer to multiple wishes held by people or groups, as well as to collective hopes or desires for the future. The related verb óska means "to wish" and is commonly used with a dative object, reflecting a typical construction in Icelandic. For example, Ég óska þér til hamingju is a standard way to say "I wish you happiness" or "Congratulations."

In addition to its plain sense, óskir appears in religious, ceremonial, and poetic contexts to express heartfelt desires, prayers, or blessings. While the noun refers to desires that may be fulfilled or hoped for, the verb óska emphasizes the act of wishing itself. The two forms are closely connected in usage, allowing speakers to express specific wishes or broader aspirations within the same semantic field.