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Omission of articles Exercises in Welsh language
When learning Welsh, one of the key grammatical differences that English speakers must navigate is the omission of articles. In English, articles such as "the," "a," and "an" are essential for providing clarity and specificity in sentences. However, in Welsh, these articles are often left out, which can be confusing for learners who are accustomed to their presence. Understanding when and why articles are omitted in Welsh can significantly improve your fluency and comprehension of the language.
The omission of articles in Welsh is not arbitrary but follows specific grammatical rules and patterns. This practice can be seen in various contexts, such as with proper nouns, uncountable nouns, and certain fixed expressions. For example, where an English speaker would say "the school," a Welsh speaker simply says "ysgol." By familiarizing yourself with these patterns and practicing through targeted exercises, you can become more adept at recognizing when articles are unnecessary and how to construct sentences that sound natural to native Welsh speakers.
Exercise 1
<p>1. Mae'n rhaid i fi fynd i *ysgol* (place for learning).</p>
<p>2. Hoffwn i brynu *car* newydd (vehicle).</p>
<p>3. Mae hi'n byw yn *Cymru* (country in the UK).</p>
<p>4. Ydych chi eisiau *bara* gyda'ch cinio? (food item made from flour).</p>
<p>5. Mae gen i *gath* gartref (domestic animal that purrs).</p>
<p>6. Aethon ni am dro ar *traeth* (sandy area by the sea).</p>
<p>7. Mae'r plant yn mwynhau chwarae ar *parc* (place with playgrounds and greenery).</p>
<p>8. Rwy'n prynu *llyfr* newydd (object containing written or printed pages).</p>
<p>9. Hoffwn i fwyta *afal* (fruit that keeps the doctor away).</p>
<p>10. Byddaf yn cwrdd â nhw yn *stadiwm* (place for watching sports).</p>
Exercise 2
<p>1. Mae hi'n byw yn *Lloegr* (country in the UK).</p>
<p>2. Mae gen i *gath* (common pet).</p>
<p>3. Roeddwn i'n dysgu *Saesneg* (language spoken in England).</p>
<p>4. Aethon ni i *Gaerdydd* (capital city of Wales).</p>
<p>5. Rydw i'n hoffi bwyta *afal* (fruit that keeps the doctor away).</p>
<p>6. Mae e'n gweithio mewn *ysgol* (place where children learn).</p>
<p>7. Fy hoff lyfr yw *Harry Potter* (popular book series about a wizard).</p>
<p>8. Roedd hi'n gwisgo *esgidiau* (items you wear on your feet).</p>
<p>9. Roedd y *tywydd* yn hyfryd heddiw (word for conditions outside).</p>
<p>10. Mae'n hoffi chwarae *pêl-droed* (popular sport involving a ball).</p>
Exercise 3
<p>1. Mae hi'n byw yn *Lerpwl* (city in Wales).</p>
<p>2. Heddiw, bwytais *afal* (fruit).</p>
<p>3. Roedd hi'n *hynod* o brysur (adjective meaning very).</p>
<p>4. Mae fy nhad yn *athro* (profession).</p>
<p>5. Aethon ni i *sinema* ddoe (place to watch movies).</p>
<p>6. Mae e'n caru *cerddoriaeth* (something you listen to).</p>
<p>7. Mae hi'n *ddeg* oed (number).</p>
<p>8. Rydw i'n bwyta *tatws* gyda swper (vegetable).</p>
<p>9. Mae e'n gweithio mewn *ysbyty* (place where doctors work).</p>
<p>10. Mae gennym ni *cath* (pet).</p>