🇮🇸 Icelandic phrases

How to Say "Let's go" in Icelandic

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Fyrirgefðu
"Let's go" in Icelandic · say it like feer-yeh-foo

The most natural way to say "Let's go" in Icelandic is Fyrirgefðu. 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

Við skulum fara
A more formal way to say it.
Kommum
A casual and friendly way to invite someone.

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you want to suggest going somewhere with someone. It is friendly and inviting. It can be used in both casual and more formal contexts, depending on the tone of your voice.

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Examples in Icelandic

IcelandicEnglish
Fyrirgefðu, við skulum fara.Let's go, we should leave.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 'fara' which means 'to go' but is not an invitation.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Fyrirgefðu, 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 there a difference between 'Fyrirgefðu' and 'Við skulum fara'?

'Fyrirgefðu' is more casual, while 'Við skulum fara' is more formal.

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