Today’s word of the day is lleuad (North Wales dialect), or lloer (South Wales dialect / literary form) which translates to ‘moon’ in English or ‘luna’ in Latin, the natural satellite that is approximately 238,000 miles away from earth.
…The 10 Most Popular Male Welsh Names (and Their Pronunciation)
The ebb and flow of name popularity is a dynamic phenomenon. Names that once dominated the charts a decade ago can fade into obscurity in the next, just like my own name, Heather. Frequently, names stage a comeback after years of being dormant, illustrating the cyclical nature of naming trends influenced by societal shifts and cultural currents. Take vintage names from the early 20th century, for example—they’re currently enjoying a renaissance in popularity!
Today, we’ll delve into the 10 most popular Welsh names for boys and men. These selections are derived from the latest data (2021) provided by the Office for National Statistics in England and Wales. Each name is accompanied by an audio file with the correct Welsh pronunciation. Perhaps you’ll find inspiration among these names when the moment arrives to choose the perfect one for your little bundle of joy!
…Welsh Word of the Day: Drysu (confused)
The Most Important Question Words in Welsh
Question words, also known as open question words, play a crucial role in helping individuals gather information about their surroundings. Unlike yes-no questions, open questions allow for a wide range of responses, necessitating answers that go beyond a simple ‘yes’ or ‘no’.
In the Welsh language, there are several methods to construct questions using open question words, and many of these have direct equivalents in English. Let’s explore them now!
…The 20 Most Important Verbs in Welsh
Verbs are very important for developing your language skills as they allow you to start building sentences. Without verbs it’s unlikely you will put a meaningful sentence together. The good news is that in comparison to other languages, such as Spanish or French for example, verbs in colloquial Welsh are relatively easy to remember as there as not as many irregular ones.
This article covers some of the most important and useful Welsh verbs in the present tense.
…How to Say “Rain” in Welsh – Glaw
One notable feature associated with Wales, in addition to its rugby team and male voice choirs, is its unpredictable climate. A day can commence with bright sunshine and warmth, only to swiftly shift into a blustery, rain-soaked tempest. It’s one of the reasons we love living here – you never know what to expect!
Today we will be focusing on the weather phenomenon that gives Wales its luscious green hills: the rain, or glaw in Welsh. It is a masculine noun that is usually uncountable, although the plural forms glawiau or glawogydd do exist.
…20 Famous Quotes about Life Translated into Welsh
We all have quotes we live by to give us a little push, motivation or inspiration in day to day life. Life can be challenging at times, and some words of wisdom may be what we need to have a more positive outlook. Here are 20 famous life quotes translated into Welsh to try out on your Welsh language journey.
…4 Ways to Respond to “Diolch” (Thank you) in Welsh
When someone thanks you for something you’ve done, e.g. for a favour or a kind gesture, it’s always important to know how to respond to that person with the right expression. This shows that helping them has caused you no problems.
Below are the four most common responses you will come across in the Welsh language!
…5 Ways to Say “I wish…” in Welsh
There are many different ways you can say “I wish…” in Welsh depending on preference and the formality of the language. This article covers the five most common translation for the phrase.
…How to Say “Owl” in Welsh – Tylluan
The Welsh word for owl is tylluan and the plural is tylluanod. This word is used across Wales in all dialects.
Tylluan – Tylluanod
Owl – Owls
The word makes its earliest appearance in the Llyfr Gwyn Rhydderch (the White Book of Rhydderch), a significant 14th-century manuscript that holds a collection of Welsh legends known as the Mabinogi.
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