Welsh vocabulary: 15 essential words to communicate
Learn essential Welsh vocabulary with 15 words and phrases organized by theme. Perfect for beginners and travellers who want to communicate confidently.
Greetings & politeness
| Cymraeg | English | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Helo | Hello | |
| Hwyl fawr | Goodbye | |
| Diolch | Thank you | |
| Os gwelwch yn dda | Please | |
| Mae'n ddrwg gen i | Excuse me / Sorry | |
| Ie | Yes | |
| Na | No | |
| Croeso | Welcome / You're welcome |
Essential expressions
| Cymraeg | English | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Dw i ddim yn deall | I don't understand | |
| Dych chi'n siarad Saesneg? | Do you speak English? | |
| Faint mae hyn yn costio? | How much does it cost? | |
| Ble mae...? | Where is...? | |
| Dŵr | Water | |
| Help! | Help! | |
| ...ydw i | My name is... |
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