🇮🇸 Icelandic phrases

How to Say "Nice to meet you" in Icelandic

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Gaman að kynnast þér
"Nice to meet you" in Icelandic · say it like gah-mahn ahth kin-nast thyer

The most natural way to say "Nice to meet you" in Icelandic is Gaman að kynnast þér. 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

Gaman að hitta þig
A more casual way to say it.
Gaman að kynnast
Used when meeting a group or in a less formal setting.

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you meet someone for the first time. It is a polite and friendly way to express your pleasure in making their acquaintance. It works well in both formal and informal settings.

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Examples in Icelandic

IcelandicEnglish
Gaman að kynnast þér, ég heiti Anna.Nice to meet you, my name is Anna.
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use the correct form of 'þér' or 'þig' based on the context.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

When should I use this phrase?

Use it when you are introduced to someone new.

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