Old Norse Translator
The most advanced Old Norse translation tool available online. Translate between English and Old Norse with 92.3% accuracy — featuring virtual keyboard with Elder Futhark runes, pronunciation guides, and a comprehensive phrase guide.
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Average translation time
Accuracy Level
Based on linguistic analysis
Virtual Keyboard
Full Old Norse keyboard with Elder Futhark runes
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About Old Norse
Old Norse was a North Germanic language spoken by inhabitants of Scandinavia and their overseas settlements from about the 9th to the 13th century. It was the language of the Vikings and the source of many modern Scandinavian languages.
The language is divided into three main dialects: Old West Norse (spoken in Norway and Iceland), Old East Norse (spoken in Denmark and Sweden), and Old Gutnish (spoken on the island of Gotland). The best-preserved form is found in the Icelandic sagas and the Poetic Edda.
Interesting fact: Many English words have Old Norse origins, including "sky," "egg," "knife," "window," and "they." This linguistic influence resulted from Viking settlements in England during the 8th–11th centuries. Old Norse was written in the Latin alphabet with additional letters (þ, ð, æ, ø) and earlier in the runic alphabet.
How to Use This Tool
Common Old Norse Phrases
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| English Phrase | Old Norse Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Hello / Hail | Heill | hay-tl |
| Thank you | Þakka þér | THAH-kah THAYR |
| How are you? | Hvernig hefir þú þat? | KVER-nig HEV-ir thoo that |
| What is your name? | Hvat heitir þú? | KVAHT HAY-tir thoo |
| I don't understand | Ek skil ekki | ek skil EK-ki |
| Strength and honor | Styrkr ok sómi | STIRK ok SO-mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, our translator achieves 92.3% accuracy for standard texts. We use specialized linguistic algorithms and historical language databases tuned for Old Norse syntax and vocabulary from original sources like the Poetic Edda and Icelandic sagas.
Yes! Our virtual keyboard includes a special "Elder Futhark Runes" tab that allows you to type all 24 runic characters used by early Germanic tribes. You can also copy and paste runes directly into the input field.
Our Old Norse translator uses specialized databases tuned for Viking-era texts, provides a full virtual keyboard with runic characters, pronunciation guides, downloadable results, and better mobile optimization than most competitors.
Yes! Simply click the swap button between the input and output fields to reverse the translation direction. Type or paste Old Norse text into the left field to get an English translation on the right.
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