The English have come up with their fair share of nicknames for the humble toilet over the years, and so, too, have the Welsh!
…10 Ways to Say “Toilet” in Welsh
10 Common New Year’s Resolutions (Addunedau) in Welsh
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.
…How to Say “Father Christmas” in Welsh
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.
…Learn how to say “Cardiff” in Welsh
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?
…Learn the Welsh National Anthem: Words and Translation
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.
…10 Romantic Welsh Phrases for St. Dwynwen’s Day (or How to Melt Your Lover’s Heart)
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!
…The Most Common Welsh Phrases You’ll Hear in a Café
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.
…20 Basic Welsh Phrases You’ve Got to Know to Survive
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.
…Welsh Sympathy Quotes & Phrases for Cards
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.
…How to Say “Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!” in the Welsh Language
Things are certainly starting to feel Christmassy here in Tywyn. The festive street lights have been lit, the high street shops are decorated to the nines with colourful lights and decorations, and our local Father Christmas has paid a visit to most of the villages in the area on his sleigh. Unusually for this time of year, the temperature has fallen below zero, giving the rolling hills of the Dysynni valley a frosty silver sheen in the early hours of the morning. It certainly is a magical time of year! 🙂
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