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Introduction:

In this chapter, you will learn the foundational Welsh phrases and expressions for greeting people and introducing yourself. Mastering these basic greetings and introductions will help you initiate conversations, make new friends, and navigate social situations with ease. Let’s dive into the world of Welsh greetings!

Greetings:

Bore da! – Good morning!

Good afternoon! – Good afternoon!

Good evening! – Good evening!

Give it to us! – Goodnight!

Welcome! – Welcome!

Hello! – She! (Informal)

Sut mae? – How are you?

Very good thanks! – Fine, thank you!

Have fun! – Bye!

Goodbye! – Goodbye!

Introducing Yourself:

When meeting someone for the first time or in a formal setting, it’s important to introduce yourself politely. Use the following phrases to introduce yourself in Welsh:

My name is… – My name is…

May I introduce myself? – May I introduce myself?

Dw i’n dod o… – I come from…

I study… – I study…

I work as… – I work as…

I am very happy to meet you. – I'm very pleased to meet you.

Responding to Introductions:

When someone introduces themselves to you, it’s courteous to respond and acknowledge their introduction. Here are some phrases you can use:

Goodbye! I hope to see you again soon. – Goodbye! I hope to see you again soon.

Good afternoon! Welcome to Wales. – Good afternoon! Welcome to Wales.

I'm glad to meet you. – I'm pleased to meet you.

Thank you for your submission. – Thank you for introducing yourself.

Having a good day! – Have a good day!

Polite Expressions:

Welsh culture values politeness, so incorporating polite expressions in your conversations will leave a positive impression. Here are a few phrases to help you express politeness:

Please… – Please…

Thank you very much! – Thank you very much!

I'm sorry. – I'm sorry.

Be kind. – Please be kind.

Hoffwn siarad â chi am funud. – I would like to speak with you for a moment.

Small Talk:

Engaging in small talk is a great way to break the ice and establish a connection with someone. Here are some Welsh phrases to initiate small talk:

How are you feeling today? – How are you feeling today?

What do you do for fun? – What do you do for fun?

Do you have a big family? – Do you have a large family?

I like walking in the park. – I like to walk in the park.

The weather is wet today, isn't it? – The weather is wet today, isn't it?

Formal and Informal Address:

Welsh distinguishes between formal and informal address, similar to the English «you» and «thou.» Here’s how you can address someone:

Chi – Formal «you»

Ti – Informal «you»

Good morning, You! How does the day start? – Good morning, how is your day starting, sir/madam?

Shwmae, You! How do you feel? – Hi, how are you feeling?

Conclusion:

Congratulations! You have now learned the basic greetings and introductions in Welsh. Remember, practicing these phrases will help you become more confident in initiating conversations and building relationships in Welsh-speaking communities. Stay tuned for the next chapter, where we will explore essential phrases for asking for directions. Hwyl am y tro! (Goodbye for now!)