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How to Say “Cup of Tea” in Welsh

January 2, 2020 By Heather Go to Comments

There are very few things in life the Welsh enjoy more than a good cup of tea. In fact, it is estimated that the entire British population drinks more than 60 billion cups of tea a year – that’s an astonishing 900 cups per person!

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10 Ways to Say “Toilet” in Welsh

January 2, 2020 By Heather Go to Comments

The English have come up with their fair share of nicknames for the humble toilet over the years, and so, too, have the Welsh!

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10 Common New Year’s Resolutions (Addunedau) in Welsh

December 31, 2019 By Heather Go to Comments

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The start of the New Year (blwyddyn newydd) is the most popular time to make a list of resolutions (addunedau). By taking into consideration what worked during the previous year, it becomes possible to set goals for the following year.

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How to Say “Father Christmas” in Welsh

December 21, 2019 By Heather Go to Comments

The name the Welsh give to Father Christmas (or Santa Claus) is Siôn Corn. The name Siôn is pronounced like the name Shaun with an elongated ‘aw‘ and corn (meaning horn or chimney pot) is pronounced much like the English word corn but with a rolled R.

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Learn how to say “Cardiff” in Welsh

December 15, 2019 By Heather Go to Comments

Ah, Cardiff – the capital of Wales and its largest city. Located at the southern end of the country, it is the home of the National Assembly for Wales, most cultural institutions, the Welsh media and a fantastic castle. What’s not to love?

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Learn the Welsh National Anthem: Words and Translation

December 12, 2019 By Heather Go to Comments

To those who do not live in the United Kingdom, and even to those who do, the Welsh national anthem may be relatively unknown. However, for the Welsh, it is a symbol of their independence and distinctiveness in terms of culture and language. Always sung in Welsh, the anthem is played at any sort of official gathering, from sporting events to government conferences.

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10 Romantic Welsh Phrases for St. Dwynwen’s Day (or How to Melt Your Lover’s Heart)

December 11, 2019 By Heather Go to Comments

St. Dwynwen’s Day, which takes place on January 25th, is what is known as the Welsh Valentine’s Day, although it celebrates a very different saint!

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The Most Common Welsh Phrases You’ll Hear in a Café

December 8, 2019 By Heather Go to Comments

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One of the best places you can practise your Welsh and increase your confidence is at your local café, especially if customers are encouraged to order in Welsh.

In this article, we’ve included the most common Welsh phrases you will hear when ordering, paying and receiving your food at the table.

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20 Basic Welsh Phrases You’ve Got to Know to Survive

December 5, 2019 By Heather Go to Comments

Although almost everyone in Wales is fluent in English, the Welsh language has a steadfast place in the country’s culture and history. In fact, according to a recent survey, approximately 30% of the population of Wales can speak Welsh, thanks in part to the increase in Welsh-medium education.

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Welsh Sympathy Quotes & Phrases for Cards

December 5, 2019 By Heather Go to Comments

Writing a sympathy message to a family member or friend can be an enormous challenge. In fact, you may feel as if no words could possibly comfort them at their time of need. While it is true that you cannot take their pain away, it is often better to express your feelings and show your support than to say nothing at all.

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