ást
The English word "love" is translated into Old Norse as ást.
ást is a noun used to express a feeling of strong affection.
Meaning: strong affection (noun)
Did you know?
- Its Gothic relative ansts means 'grace' or 'favour'.
Examples in context
- Ást er mikil.Love is great.
- Hún sýnir mikla ást.She shows great love.
- Vér eigum ást.We have love.
Example conversation
Erik and Astrid are talking about their relationship.
- ErikÁst mín til þín er sterk.My love for you is strong.
- AstridEk finn þá ást í hjarta mínu.I feel that love in my heart.
- ErikViltu ávallt með mér vera?Do you want to be with me always?
- AstridJá, Erik, ek vil.Yes, Erik, I do.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries ást, CC BY-SA 4.0.
