🇮🇸 Icelandic phrases

How to Say "What time is it?" in Icelandic

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Hvað er klukkan?
"What time is it?" in Icelandic · say it like kvath er kluh-kahn

The most natural way to say "What time is it?" in Icelandic is Hvað er klukkan?. 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

Hvað tíma er það?
A more casual way to ask, often used in informal settings.

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you want to know the current time. It is appropriate in both formal and informal situations. Just approach someone politely and ask.

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Examples in Icelandic

IcelandicEnglish
Hvað er klukkan núna?What time is it now?
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use the correct word order, which is important in Icelandic.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Is it polite to ask for the time?

Yes, it is generally considered polite to ask for the time in Iceland.

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