þáttarnir

þáttarnir is the Icelandic word for "the episodes" or "the shows" and is commonly used to refer to television series. It can also refer to a specific installment or episode within a series. The term is a direct translation and is used ubiquitously in Icelandic media and everyday conversation when discussing serial television programming. When an Icelandic person speaks of "nýju þáttarnir" they are referring to new television series or new episodes of existing series. Similarly, "gamla þáttarnir" would refer to older or classic television shows. The word is a noun in the definite plural form, derived from the singular "þáttur" which means "part," "episode," or "show." This linguistic nuance highlights how individual episodes are considered distinct parts of a larger whole. The use of þáttarnir is not limited to fictional dramas; it encompasses all forms of episodic television content, including documentaries, reality shows, and children's programming.