🇮🇸 Icelandic phrases

How to Say "What's up?" in Icelandic

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Hvað segirðu?
"What's up?" in Icelandic · say it like kvað sey-yr-thu

The most natural way to say "What's up?" in Icelandic is Hvað segirðu?. 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 er að frétta?
used when asking for news or updates
Hvernig hefurðu það?
more formal, asking how someone is doing

When to use it

Use this phrase when greeting friends or acquaintances. It is informal and suitable for casual conversations. You can use it in person or over text messages.

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Examples in Icelandic

IcelandicEnglish
Hvað segirðu, hvernig hefurðu það?What's up, how are you?
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 'Hvað segir þér?' which is less common.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Hvað segirðu?, 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 this phrase used in formal situations?

No, it is primarily used in informal settings among friends.

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