útbúinn

útbúinn is an Icelandic adjective meaning equipped or outfitted. It describes objects, places, or people that have the necessary equipment, features, or provisions to perform a task or fulfill a function. The term is widely used for vehicles, rooms, tools, and clothing, as well as for people who are prepared for a specific activity or situation. For example, a car can be described as vel útbúinn if it has advanced safety systems, navigation, and comfort features; a campsite can be útbúinn with tents, cooking gear, and lighting; a person can be útbúinn for a hike or a work assignment.

Etymology: útbúinn is formed with the prefix út- plus búinn (ready, prepared). Related nouns include útbúnaður, meaning equipment or gear. The adjective agrees with the noun in gender and number, as in útbúinn bíll, útbúin herbergi, or útbúið rými.

Usage notes: The term is common in everyday Icelandic and in technical or descriptive writing. It is generally neutral in tone and does not imply any value judgment about the level of preparedness beyond stating that the necessary gear or features are present.

See also: útbúnaður, búnaður, búinn.