🇮🇸 Icelandic phrases

How to Say "Good night" in Icelandic

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Góða nótt
"Good night" in Icelandic · say it like go-tha noht

The most natural way to say "Good night" in Icelandic is Góða nótt. 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

Góða nótt, kæri
A more affectionate way to say good night, often used with loved ones.
Góða nótt, elskan
Another affectionate variant, commonly used among close friends or partners.

When to use it

You use 'Góða nótt' when you are saying goodbye to someone at night. It is a warm and friendly way to wish someone a good sleep. It can be used with friends, family, or anyone you are close to.

Say it out loud, get corrected

Reading it is not the same as saying it. Practice "Good night" and thousands more with an AI coach that listens.

Examples in Icelandic

IcelandicEnglish
Góða nótt, sjáumst á morgun.Good night, see you tomorrow.
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use the correct accent on the 'ó' in 'Góða'.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Góða nótt, 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 say 'Góða nótt' to strangers?

Yes, it is polite and acceptable to say 'Góða nótt' to anyone when parting at night.

Learn Icelandic by speaking it

Two free conversations. No card needed.