Pronunciation: [nˈɔːnəz] (IPA) 
The word "Nornas" is spelled in accordance with English phonology, with the letter "o" producing the short "ɔ" sound, the letter "r" a retroflex "ɻ" sound, the letter "n" a nasal "n" sound, and the letter "s" an unvoiced "s" sound. The word may be pronounced as /nɔːrnəs/ with the stress on the first syllable. "Nornas" is a Swedish company that produces furniture and home decor items.
Nornas is a mythological term derived from Norse mythology, specifically from the Old Norse language. In Norse mythology, Nornas (also known as Norns) are a group of three female entities who are associated with the concept of fate or destiny. They play a crucial role in the weaving and determining of the threads of fate that shape the lives of both mortals and gods.
The Nornas are often depicted as wise and powerful beings who reside at the sacred well, representing the origin of all creation. They are believed to be sisters, named Urd (which means "fate" or "past"), Verdandi ("present" or "present becoming"), and Skuld ("debt" or "future"). Urd is typically portrayed as the oldest and wisest of the three, Verdandi represents the ever-evolving present moment, while Skuld is associated with the unknown future.
According to Norse mythology, the Nornas spin and weave the threads of fate, determining the lifespan and destiny of individuals and even the gods themselves. They are seen as the ultimate arbiters of life, and their influence is believed to be unchangeable. However, there are instances in which even the gods attempt to alter or challenge the threads woven by the Nornas, highlighting their significant role in shaping the Norse cosmos.
Overall, Nornas are mythical entities in Norse mythology who symbolize the idea of fate and destiny, weaving the threads that guide the lives of both gods and mortals.
In Scand. Myth., the three Fates, whose names signify the past, the present, and the future.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
