About The Author

Ffion Elson is a 28‑year‑old Welsh teacher + tutor, and 'mam' to a very busy toddler who keeps her on her toes. She loves all things Wales and Welsh, and enjoys inspiring and helping others to learn and use her mother tongue: 'Iaith y Nefoedd.' In her spare time she also enjoys music and singing.


Welsh Word of the Day: Pwmpen (pumpkin)

Are you revelling in the cosy nights? Have you filled your Pinterest boards with the latest autumnal trends? Are you cwtched up on the sofa with a piping cup of siocled popeth (hot chocolate). Perhaps you’ve already cranked up the gwres (heating)! Yr Hydref (autumn) is my favourite time of year. From crisp mornings to cosy evenings in with …

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Welsh Word of the Day: Cynhaeaf (harvest) – WEEK 03 ☆

I thought today’s word, cynhaeaf (harvest), would be particularly fitting as we find ourselves well into the tymor yr hydref (autumn season). It gives us a chance to reflect on the summer months, while also giving thanks to our ffermwyr (farmers) for the hard work that goes into bringing in the harvest. cynhaeaf harvest The …

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