🇮🇸 Icelandic phrases

How to Say "Good afternoon" in Icelandic

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Gott eftirmiðdegi
"Good afternoon" in Icelandic · say it like got ef-tir-mith-day

The most natural way to say "Good afternoon" in Icelandic is Gott eftirmiðdegi. 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

Gott kvöld
used in the evening instead of the afternoon
Blessaður dagurinn
a more formal way to greet someone during the day

When to use it

You can use this greeting when you meet someone in the afternoon. It is polite and appropriate for both formal and casual situations. It is common in social settings, workplaces, or when greeting friends.

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Examples in Icelandic

IcelandicEnglish
Gott eftirmiðdegi, hvernig hefurðu það?Good afternoon, how are you?
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'Gott eftirmiðdegi' with 'Gott kvöld' and use it in the evening.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Gott eftirmiðdegi, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Icelandic with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

Is it appropriate to use 'Gott eftirmiðdegi' in a business meeting?

Yes, it is a polite and suitable greeting for business meetings in the afternoon.

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