🇮🇸 Icelandic phrases

How to Say "Brother" in Icelandic

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
bróðir
"Brother" in Icelandic · say it like broh-theer

The most natural way to say "Brother" in Icelandic is bróðir. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

bróður
used in the genitive case
bróðir minn
means 'my brother', more personal

When to use it

You can use 'bróðir' when referring to your brother or someone you consider like a brother. It is a common term in both casual and formal settings. In conversations, it can express closeness and familial bonds.

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Examples in Icelandic

IcelandicEnglish
Ég hitti bróður minn í gær.I met my brother yesterday.
Bróðir hennar er mjög góður í fótbolta.Her brother is very good at football.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'bróðir' with 'bróður' in different grammatical cases.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

What is the plural form of 'bróðir'?

The plural form is 'bræður'.

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