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50 Useful Welsh Phrases You Can Use With Your Children Today

September 19, 2023 By Nia Go to Comments

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 in danger unless more parents pass it on to their children”. With this in mind, this article contains fifty Welsh phrases for you to use with your children or grandchildren to help them make the most of their second language skills.

Important: Throughout the article, I’ve used the ti form (second person singular) but if you have more than one child, make sure to switch to the chi form (second person plural).

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4 Ways to Respond to “Diolch” (Thank you) in Welsh

September 11, 2023 By Heather Go to Comments

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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!

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5 Ways to Say “I wish…” in Welsh

September 5, 2023 By Heather Go to Comments

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.

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How to Say “Rugby” in Welsh (+ The Most Important Welsh Rugby Terms)

August 15, 2023 By Heather Go to Comments

Rugby can be a thrilling sport, evoking a range of emotions as you watch your team’s triumphs and setbacks. However, amidst the excitement, moments of confusion can arise when unfamiliar terms leave you puzzled, especially if you aren’t watching it in your native language!

In this article, I’ll shed light on some of the most important Welsh rugby terms, helping both newcomers and seasoned fans enhance their understanding. From technical jargon to essential concepts, this guide will help you navigate the world of Welsh rugby like a pro!

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The 8 Most Common Nicknames / Terms of Endearment in Welsh

August 7, 2023 By Heather Go to Comments

As with other languages, people use Welsh nicknames to refer to a partner, lover, close friend or a member of their family in informal situations. Some people may choose to use these in public or a more close-knit private setting, depending on the context. In Wales, the older generation seems to use nicknames as a way to refer to the younger generation, for example, a child. They are used to express affection and love or as a term of endearment for someone close to you or someone who means a lot to you.

Want to sound more like a native speaker? Why not try the following nicknames on your Welsh language journey?

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10 Wonderfully Weird Welsh Words & Expressions

April 24, 2020 By Heather Go to Comments

All languages have their fair share of weird words and expressions, many of which would make little sense if translated word-for-word. Take, for example, the English idioms “blow someone’s socks off” (to amaze or impress) or “a piece of cake” (to be easy). In any other language, these expressions translated literally would only earn you some very confused looks!

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How to Say “Welcome to Wales” in Welsh – Croeso i Gymru!

April 16, 2020 By Heather Go to Comments

There is no road sign I find more comforting than the one that straddles the border at every point between England and Wales. Those simple words – Croeso i Gymru or Welcome to Wales in English – are a sweet reminder that home is less than a couple of hours away! 🙂

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How to Pronounce “LL” in Welsh

April 15, 2020 By Heather Go to Comments

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Are you (literally) having trouble getting your tongue around the voiceless alveolar lateral fricative, otherwise known as the dreaded LL sound, in Welsh? If so, you’ve come to the right place! 🙂

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How to Say “Happy Easter” in Welsh + 20 Welsh Easter Words

April 5, 2020 By Heather Go to Comments

If you are celebrating Easter in Wales and want to make the best use of your Welsh, you’ve come to the right place. Here you’ll find a number of greetings, sayings and important vocabulary in Welsh to do with Easter. Now there’s no excuse whatsoever to let your Cymraeg get rusty over the break! 😉

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How to Say “I would like…” in Welsh

January 17, 2020 By Heather Go to Comments

In Welsh, there are many different ways you can translate the English expression “I would like...” in order to express a desire or to make a polite request.

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