þröngri

þröngri is the feminine, dative singular form of the Old Norse adjective *þröngr*, meaning narrow, tight, or cramped. This grammatical form indicates that the adjective is modifying a feminine noun in the dative case, which often expresses indirect objects, location, or means. For example, in a sentence, *þröngri* might describe a narrow road, a tight space, or a cramped dwelling when referring to a feminine noun. The pronunciation of *þröngri* involves the voiceless dental fricative sound for "þ" (like the 'th' in "thin"), followed by a rolled 'r', a vowel sound similar to 'ö' in German or Swedish, and then the 'ngri' ending. The dative case in Old Norse, like in many other Germanic languages, serves a variety of grammatical functions, and the specific context of a sentence would determine the precise meaning conveyed by *þröngri*. Understanding Old Norse grammar, including adjective declension and case usage, is essential for accurately interpreting the meaning of words like *þröngri* in historical texts.