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Welsh is a Celtic language spoken in Wales by about 20% of the population. It is also spoken in Argentina, Australia, Canada, the United States, and New Zealand. This lesson is part of the Complete 0 to A1 Welsh Course and will focus on the Welsh vocabulary related to relationships. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to express and understand different types of relationships in Welsh.
Vocabulary
Friends and Acquaintances
Welsh has different words to describe levels of friendship, from casual acquaintances to close friends.
Welsh | Pronunciation | English |
---|---|---|
ffrind | "frind" | friend |
cyfaill | "kuh-vay-th" | mate |
cyd-ddyn | "kud-dun" | fellow |
cyfandir | "kuh-vaan-deer" | acquaintance |
Partners and Spouses
In Welsh, there are different words for partners based on gender and official status.
Welsh | Pronunciation | English |
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partner | "pahr-tner" | partner |
perthynas | "pehr-thuh-nas" | relationship |
plentyn | "plenn-tin" | child |
priod | "pree-ohd" | spouse |
gŵr | "goor" | husband |
gwraig | "goo-ryg" | wife |
Romantic Relationships
Welsh has several words to describe romantic love and affectionate relationships.
Welsh | Pronunciation | English |
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cariad | "kah-ree-ahd" | love, darling |
cwtch | "kootch" | cuddle, snuggle |
serch | "sehr-ch" | affection |
Extended Family
Welsh, like many other languages, has words to describe different types of extended family members.
Welsh | Pronunciation | English |
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amgyffred | "am-guh-fred" | cousin |
dadcu | "dad-kee" | granddad |
mam-gu | "mam-gee" | grandma |
nain | "nine" | granny, grandma |
teulu | "tay-lee" | family |
Grammar
When using these vocabulary words, it is important to also understand the grammar rules for Welsh relationships. In Welsh, possessive pronouns are used to indicate the relationships between individuals. Here are some examples:
- E.g. "Fy mrawd" - "My brother"
"fy" means "my" and "brawd" means "brother"
- E.g. "Ein teulu ni" - "Our family"
"ein" means "our" and "teulu" means "family"
- E.g. "Eich priodas chi" - "Your marriage"
"eich" means "your" (formal) and "priodas" means "marriage"
Practice
Now, it's time to practice what you've learned! Try to complete the following exercises using the Welsh vocabulary and grammar you've just studied.
1. Translate the following sentence into Welsh: "She's my best friend". "Hi yw fy nghyfaill gorau"
2. Translate the following sentence into Welsh: "Their relationship is complicated". "Mae eu perthynas nhw'n gymhleth"
3. Fill in the blanks with the correct Welsh word: "I love you". "Rwy'n dy garu di"
4. Translate the following sentence into Welsh: "Our cousins are coming over". "Mae ein cefrddin ni'n dod draw"
5. Translate the following sentence into Welsh: "His wife is a nurse". "Mae ei wraig ef yn nyrs"
Conclusion
In this lesson, you have learned the Welsh vocabulary for different types of relationships, including friends, partners, spouses, and extended family members. You have also learned some basic grammar rules for expressing these relationships in Welsh. Remember to keep practicing and using these vocabulary and grammar tips to improve your Welsh language skills. Diolch (thank you) for studying with us!
Other Lessons
- Greetings
- Basic phrases
- Eating and Drinking
- Express Surprise
- Months of the year
- Sizes
- Common Foods
- Family Members
- How to Say Hello and Greetings
- Animals
Sources
- Cultural relationship between the Welsh and the English - Wikipedia
- 7 Welsh Words and Phrases You'll Love | Kilts-n-Stuff.com
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