íslenskrar

Íslenskrar is the genitive case of the Icelandic word "íslenskur" which means "Icelandic". This case is used in Icelandic to indicate possession, origin, or a relationship between two nouns. For example, "bók íslenskrar konu" translates to "book of an Icelandic woman" or "an Icelandic woman's book". The genitive case is a fundamental aspect of Icelandic grammar, similar to how possessives work in English, but with more complex declension rules that vary depending on the gender, number, and case of the noun.

The genitive case in Icelandic is marked by specific endings added to nouns, adjectives, and pronouns. The exact ending depends on the word's declension class. For masculine nouns, the genitive singular often ends in -s. For feminine nouns, it can end in -ar or -r. Neuter nouns also have their own genitive singular endings. This grammatical feature helps to clarify the relationships between words within a sentence and is crucial for correct Icelandic usage. Understanding the genitive case, and thus "íslenskrar" in its specific context, is essential for anyone learning or studying the Icelandic language.