Welsh-English: phrases and idioms
Idioms
- Cymryd y cam cyntafTake the plunge
- Mae'n bwrw hen wragedd a ffynIt's raining cats and dogs
- Cadw'r ddraig yn ei chawellKeep your temper in check
- Nid aur yw popeth melynAll that glitters is not gold
- Cysgu fel twrchSleep like a log
- Rhoi'r ffidil yn y toThrow in the towel
- Mae ei galon ar ei lewysWear your heart on your sleeve
- Bwrw'r maen i'r walGet the ball rolling
Greetings
Basics
Travel
Food and drinks
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Emergencies
At the hotel
Public transport and taxi
Asking for directions
At the airport
Money and payments
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Weather
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Family
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Business and meetings
School and studying
Computers and technology
Phone and internet
Feelings and emotions
Love and romance
Small talk
Compliments and praise
Apologies and excuses
Holidays and wishes
Sports and fitness
Hobbies and leisure
- Beth yw eich hobïau?What are your hobbies?
- Rydw i'n hoffi darllen llyfrau.I like reading books.
- Oes gennych chi hobïau?Do you have any hobbies?
- Rydw i'n mwynhau gwrando ar gerddoriaeth.I enjoy listening to music.
- Beth ydych chi'n ei wneud yn eich amser rhydd?What do you do in your free time?
- Rydw i wrth fy modd yn chwarae pêl-droed.I love playing football.