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In this lesson, we will dive into the delightful world of eating and drinking in the Welsh language. Food and drink are integral parts of any culture, and they create opportunities for connection, conversation, and community. Whether you’re in a bustling café in Cardiff or enjoying a traditional meal in a cozy cottage in the countryside, knowing how to express your food and drink preferences in Welsh will enrich your experience.

This lesson will equip you with the essential vocabulary and phrases needed for ordering food and drinks, as well as discussing your eating and drinking habits. We will cover:

• Common food and drink vocabulary

• Essential phrases for ordering in a restaurant or café

• Practical exercises and scenarios to practice what you've learned

Let’s get started!

Common Foods

One of the first steps to enjoying Welsh cuisine is knowing the names of common foods. Here’s a list of essential food vocabulary you'll want to keep in your back pocket.

Welsh	Pronunciation	English
bara !! /ˈbaːra/	bread
caws !! /kaʊs/	cheese
cig !! /kiɡ/	meat
pysgod !! /ˈpɪsɡɔd/	fish
llaeth !! /ɬaːɛθ/	milk
wy !! /uːɨ/	egg
ffrwythau !! /ˈfruːɨθaɪ/	fruits
llysiau !! /ˈhɬɪsjaɪ/	vegetables
sglodion !! /ˈsɡlɔdɪɔn/	chips
menyn !! /ˈmɛnɨn/	butter
siocled !! /ˈʃjɔkled/	chocolate
mêl !! /meːl/	honey
cwrw !! /kʊrʊ/	beer
gwin !! /ɡwɪn/	wine
te !! /tɛ/	tea
coffi !! /ˈkɔfɪ/	coffee
pwdin !! /ˈpuːdɪn/	dessert
pasta !! /ˈpasta/	pasta
salad !! /ˈsalad/	salad
cawl !! /kaʊl/	soup
crempog !! /ˈkrɛmpɔɡ/	pancake

Common Drinks

Let’s wash it all down! Here are some essential drink vocabulary you should know:

Welsh	Pronunciation	English
dŵr !! /duːr/	water
surop !! /ˈsiːrɔp/	syrup
llaeth !! /ɬaːɛθ/	milk
gwin !! /ɡwɪn/	wine
cwrw !! /kʊrʊ/	beer
te !! /tɛ/	tea
coffi !! /ˈkɔfɪ/	coffee
sodas !! /ˈsɔdas/	soda
cwrw rhad !! /kʊrʊ ˈrhaːd/	cheap beer
siocled poeth !! /ˈʃjɔkled ˈpɔɛθ/	hot chocolate

Ordering Food in a Restaurant or Café

Now that you have a solid vocabulary foundation, let’s learn how to order food and drinks in Welsh. Below are some phrases that will come in handy when you're ready to place your order.

Basic Phrases

Here are some essential phrases to use when ordering:

Welsh	Pronunciation	English
"Helo, a allwch chi fy helpu?" !! /ˈhɛlo, a ˈalʊx χi vɨ ˈhɛlpi/	"Hello, can you help me?"
"Dwi eisiau..." !! /dwi ˈeɪʃja/	"I would like..."
"Beth sydd ar y fwydlen?" !! /bɛθ ˈsið ar ɨ ˈvuɨdlɛn/	"What's on the menu?"
"Gallwch chi rhoi..." !! /ˈɡaχʊχ χi rɔɪ/	"Can you give me..."
"Mae'n flasus!" !! /maɪn ˈvɬasɨs/	"It's delicious!"
"A yw'r bwyd yma'n gweithio?" !! /a ɨʊr ˈbʊɨd ˈmɑrn ˈɡweɪθɨo/	"Is the food here good?"
"Gallech chi ddweud wrthyf..." !! /ˈɡalɛχ χi ðweɪd ˈuːrθɨv/	"Could you tell me about..."
"Oes unrhyw fwydlen?" !! /ɔɪs ˈɨnru ˈvuɨdlɛn/	"Do you have a menu?"
"Ble mae'r toiled?" !! /ble maɪr ˈtɔɪlɛd/	"Where is the toilet?"
"Diolch!" !! /diːɔlx/	"Thank you!"

Practice Scenarios

Now that we've covered vocabulary and phrases, let’s move on to some practice scenarios where you can apply what you’ve learned.

Scenario 1: Ordering Breakfast

Imagine you’re in a café in Wales, and you want to order breakfast. Use the following prompts to create a dialogue with a partner:

1. Greet the server.

2. Ask for the menu.

3. Order a traditional Welsh breakfast (which might include eggs, bacon, and Welsh cakes).

4. Thank the server.

Example Dialogue:

• You: "Helo, a allwch chi fy helpu?"

• Server: "Oes, beth hoffech chi?"

• You: "Dwi eisiau brecwast Cymreig, os gwelwch yn dda."

• Server: "Diolch!"

Scenario 2: Asking About a Dish

You're curious about a dish on the menu. Use the following steps to ask your server for more information:

1. Start with a greeting.

2. Ask about a specific dish.

3. Express your interest.

Example Dialogue:

• You: "Helo! Beth sydd ar y fwydlen?"

• Server: "Mae gennym ffrwythau a llaeth."

• You: "Mae'n flasus! Gallwch chi ddweud wrthyf am y ffrwythau?"

Scenario 3: Ordering Drinks

You’re at a restaurant and want to order drinks. Use the prompts to create a dialogue:

1. Greet your server.

2. Ask for a drink recommendation.

3. Order a drink.

Example Dialogue:

• You: "Helo, a allwch chi fy helpu?"

• Server: "Gallaf, beth hoffech chi?"

• You: "Dwi eisiau coffi, os gwelwch yn dda."

Exercises and Practice

Now it’s time to put your knowledge to the test with some exercises!

1. Translate the following sentences into Welsh:

• I would like cheese.

• Where is the toilet?

• Is the food here good?

Answers:

• Dwi eisiau caws.

• Ble mae'r toiled?

• A yw'r bwyd yma'n dda?

2. Fill in the blanks with the correct Welsh word:

• I would like some ____ (tea).

• The ____ is delicious (dessert).

• Can you give me some ____ (water)?

Answers:

• Dwi eisiau te.

• Mae'r pwdin yn flasus.

• Gallwch chi roi dŵr?

3. Match the Welsh phrases with their English translations:

• "Mae'n flasus!"

• "Diolch!"

• "Gallwch chi ddweud wrthyf?"

Answers:

• "Mae'n flasus!" - "It's delicious!"

• "Diolch!" - "Thank you!"

• "Gallwch chi ddweud wrthyf?" - "Could you tell me about?"

4. Role-play a restaurant scenario with a partner. One person is the server, and the other is the customer. Use the phrases learned in this lesson.

5. Listening exercise: Listen to a recording of a restaurant conversation in Welsh and fill in the blanks in the dialogue provided.

6. Create a menu using at least ten of the words you learned in this lesson.

7. Write a short paragraph about your favorite dish in Welsh. Include at least three food-related words.

8. Practice ordering food and drink using a smartphone app or with a language partner.

9. Discuss with a partner what you usually eat for breakfast and how to say it in Welsh.

10. Write a dialogue between two friends discussing where to go for dinner and what to order.

By practicing these exercises, you will enhance your understanding and ability to use Welsh vocabulary related to eating and drinking. Remember, practice makes perfect!

In summary, this lesson has introduced you to the vocabulary and essential phrases needed for eating and drinking in Welsh. By familiarizing yourself with these terms, you’ll be well-prepared for your next culinary adventure in Wales. Keep practicing, and soon you’ll be ordering your meal with confidence!

Table of Contents - Welsh Course - 0 to A1

• Course Presentation

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Greetings and Introductions

• Basic Greetings
• Introducing Yourself

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Pronouns and Verbs

• Personal Pronouns
• To Be and To Have

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Numbers and Time

• Numbers 1-10
• Telling Time

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Questions and Negation

• Question Words
• Negation

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Family and Relationships

• Family Members
• Relationships

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Adjectives and Adverbs

• Describing People
• Describing Actions

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Food and Drink

• Common Foods
• Eating and Drinking

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Prepositions and Conjunctions

• Using Prepositions
• Using Conjunctions

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Welsh Traditions and Celebrations

• Holidays and Festivals
• Traditional Music and Dance

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Hobbies and Leisure

• Common Hobbies
• Leisure Activities

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Present Continuous and Future

• Present Continuous Tense
• Talking About the Future

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Travel and Transportation

• Modes of Transportation
• Asking for Directions

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Welsh Literature and History

• Famous Welsh Writers
• Welsh History

Sources

• BBC Wales - Welsh at home - Food

Other Lessons

• Drinks
• Seasons
• Basic Greetings
• Colors
• Health
• Qualities
• Common Foods
• Count to 10
• Asking for Directions
• Greetings

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