Ek ann þér
The English phrase "i love you" is expressed in Old Norse as Ek ann þér.
This phrase is used as an affirmation of romantic feeling.
Meaning: affirmation of romantic feeling (phrase)
Did you know?
- In Old Norse poetry, love was often expressed through 'kennings', which are metaphorical compound words, rather than direct phrases like Ek ann þér.
- While 'ek' means 'I', it shares the same ancient Indo-European root as the English word 'I' and the Latin 'ego'.
Examples in context
- Ek ann þér.I love you.
- Ek ann þér, kæra mín.I love you, my dear.
- Viltu vita, at ek ann þér?Do you want to know that I love you?
Example conversation
A couple sharing a quiet moment by the fire.
- HelgaEk ann þér, Olaf.I love you, Olaf.
- OlafEk ann þér ok, Helga.I love you too, Helga.
- HelgaViltu ávallt með mér vera?Do you want to be with me always?
- OlafJá, ek vil.Yes, I do.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries ek, þér, CC BY-SA 4.0.
