Þrjár

Þrjár is an Icelandic word that translates to "three" in English. It is the feminine form of the cardinal number three. In Icelandic, like many other Germanic languages, numbers can inflect for gender, number, and case. The masculine form is "þrír" and the neuter form is "þrjú". The choice of form depends on the grammatical gender of the noun being counted. For example, "þrjár konur" means "three women" (konur is feminine), while "þrír karlar" means "three men" (karlar is masculine), and "þrjú börn" means "three children" (börn is neuter).

The concept of three is a fundamental number appearing in various cultural, religious, and symbolic contexts worldwide. Its presence in the Icelandic language highlights the grammatical complexity and richness of the language. Understanding these inflections is crucial for accurate comprehension and correct usage of the Icelandic language, particularly when dealing with quantities and numerical expressions. The word itself is derived from Proto-Germanic roots, common to many European languages, reflecting a shared linguistic heritage.