About The Author

Nia is an aspiring writer from Powys, Wales. She attended Welsh-medium primary and secondary school, and is passionate about preserving the beautiful Welsh language and culture. She speaks some French, and is currently learning Arabic.


Using Formal and Informal Welsh – The ultimate guide!

As with many other languages, the type of Welsh you use in conversation depends on who you’re speaking to. This mainly comes down to the distinction between formal and informal speech. Formal speech is typically used when addressing someone older than you, someone you don’t know personally, or someone in a professional or service role. …

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50 Useful Welsh Phrases You Can Use With Your Children Today

As a first language Welsh speaker, being brought up in a solely Welsh speaking household has certainly shaped who I am today. As research shows, learning another language is extremely beneficial and passing on this wonderful language to your kids will bring them more opportunities in life.  Indeed, “linguists warn that the Welsh language is …

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