evidence that the general English skills of Icelanders have been somewhat overestimated). The Nordic countries have committed to providing services in various languages to each other's citizens, but this does not amount to any absolute rights being granted, except as regards criminal and court matters.

Phonology

Consonants

All Icelandic stops are voiceless and are distinguished as such by aspiration. Stops are realised post-aspirated when

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