hent

Meanings

• Verb

  In Icelandic, the word 'hent' can mean 'to catch' or 'to take'.

  - "Hann henti fiskina i vatninu. (He caught fish in the water.)"
  - "Hún henti bókina af skjalfti. (She took the book from the shelf.)"

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Variants

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hent , henting , hents

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Etymology

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The Icelandic word 'hent' comes from the Old Norse root 'hapta', which means 'to take' or 'to catch'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'hent' is also used in Icelandic as a noun, meaning 'catch' or 'take' in the sense of a catch or haul.

2. The Icelandic word for 'fishing net' is 'hentur'.

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Related Concepts

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1. Fylgja: In Icelandic mythology, a fylgja is a supernatural being or spirit that accompanies and protects an individual. The term is related to 'hent' as both words refer to supernatural entities that can provide assistance.

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Culture

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In Icelandic folklore, the word 'hent' is sometimes used to refer to supernatural entities or spirits that help people in need. These entities are often depicted as small, mischievous creatures that can grant favors or provide assistance, but can also cause harm if not treated with respect.

How to Memorize "hent"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the act of catching or taking an object to remember the meaning of 'hent'.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'hent' with the idea of catching or taking to remember its meaning.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the Old Norse root 'hapta' and associating it with the meaning 'to take' or 'to catch'.

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