And that it is: a ‘cwtch’ (pronounced ‘kutch’, to rhyme with ‘butch’) is the Welsh word for a cuddle or hug, but it’s also so much more than that. Its second meaning is a cubbyhole or cupboard; a small space in which to store things safely.
How do you use cwtch in a sentence?
Meaning of cwtch in English
Some days, there’s nothing I’d like more in this world than a cwtch from my grandmother. a cupboard or small space for storing things: A cwtch is a place to keep things safe. We need cwtches more than ever, I think, because it’s not a very comfortable world at the moment.
Where does the word cwtch come from?
Cwtch or cwtsh, Welsh pronunciation: [kʊtʃ]) is a Welsh language and Welsh-English dialect word meaning a cuddle or embrace, but with a sense of offering warmth and safety.
What is the plural of cwtch?
cwtch (plural cwtches) (Wales) A cubbyhole or similar hiding place. quotations ▼ (Wales) A hug or cuddle.
Why do Welsh people say lush?
Lush is abbreviation of the word Luscious. The originally Welsh oxymoron meaning you are on your way, but not immediately. You need a minute to gather your thoughts/things/feelings before you traverse the journey you are about to undertake. Traditionally shouted from the top of the stairs to parental figures.
What is a typical Welsh greeting?
“Bore da” – meaning, good morning. “Sut wyt ti?” – meaning, how are you? “Diolch” – meaning, thank you. “Prynhawn da” – meaning, good afternoon.
What is the best Welsh word?
Welsh words and phrases that make it the best language in the world
- Cwtch. Maybe the most famous and our favourite, “cwtch” is widely used in Wales by both Welsh and English speakers.
- Iechyd Da. Most commonly heard in South Wales, it essentially means ‘cheers’.
- Bwbach.
- Spigoglys.
What is the hardest Welsh word?
In English, Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch means “Saint Mary’s Church in the hollow of the white hazel near a rapid whirlpool and the Church of St. Tysilio of the red cave.” Welsh town names are basically an explosion of consonants that are impossible to pronounce.
What is Welsh Popty Ping?
One word most of you will have probably encountered is popty ping, a very colloquial and onomatopoeic way of saying microwave.
Why do Welsh say presh?
“Presh” No, we’ve never used or heard of this either before we watched Stella. Short for “precious”, it’s an affectionate term, an alternative to “hun” or “babe”.
What does double D mean in Welsh?
DD is the soft ‘th’ sound, as in that, NOT as in middle. F is pronounced ‘v’ as in veil, NOT ‘f’ as in fail. Our ‘f’ sound is represented by FF in Welsh.
What is meant by Snollygoster?
Noun. snollygoster (plural snollygosters) (slang, obsolete) A shrewd person not guided by principles, especially a politician.
Does cariad mean in Welsh?
love
Cariad is a Welsh word meaning ‘love‘.
What does clogau mean in Welsh?
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What is a Welsh term of endearment?
Cariad is a Welsh term of endearment meaning “love”.
It can also be used to define a beloved person/a sweetheart/someone who is very dear and very loved. Once downloaded, you will have two lovely posters, one in English and one in Welsh.
What is a Welsh woman called?
Welsh·wom·an
(wĕlsh′wo͝om′ən, wĕlch′-) n. 1. A woman who is a native or inhabitant of Wales.
What does Boyo mean in Welsh?
boyo (plural boyos) (Ireland) A boy or lad. (sometimes derogatory) A stereotypically Welsh form of address for a man, usually younger than the speaker.
How do you compliment someone in Welsh?
One word compliments
- tsiampion (excellent)
- arbennig (splendid)
- gwych (great)
- bendigedig (wonderful)
- campus (excellent)
How do Welsh people say yes?
Ydw. (Yes, I am.) Ydy.
What should you not say in Welsh?
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- Nothing causes more rage than: ‘I thought Wales was a city in England’
- But ‘Welsh is a dying language’ does come a close second.
- Don’t show off your ‘amazing’ Welsh (Indian/Jamaican) accents.
- Especially if you are using the phrase: ‘I am from ‘Way-aals’
What is the Welsh name for love?
Carys. The name Carys comes from the word ‘caru’ (to love).