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Using “er” (though) Exercises in Welsh language
In the Welsh language, the word "er" plays a crucial role in conveying the sense of "though" or "although," often adding depth and nuance to sentences. Mastering its use can significantly enhance your fluency and comprehension, as it frequently appears in both spoken and written Welsh. Understanding how to correctly incorporate "er" into your sentences allows you to express contrast and concession more effectively, making your communication more precise and natural.
Our grammar exercises are designed to help you become confident in using "er" in various contexts. By practicing with a range of sentences and scenarios, you will learn to recognize when and how to use this important conjunction. These exercises will not only improve your grammatical accuracy but also enrich your overall language skills, enabling you to engage more meaningfully with Welsh speakers and texts. Dive in and start mastering the use of "er" to enhance your Welsh language proficiency!
Exercise 1
<p>1. Mae hi'n *er* bod hi'n bwrw glaw (though it is raining).</p>
<p>2. Dych chi'n gwenu *er* eich bod chi'n drist (though you are sad).</p>
<p>3. Roedd e'n gweithio *er* ei fod e'n sâl (though he was ill).</p>
<p>4. Maen nhw'n mynd allan *er* bod hi'n hwyr (though it is late).</p>
<p>5. Rwy'n darllen *er* fy mod i'n flinedig (though I am tired).</p>
<p>6. Roedd hi'n dawnsio *er* ei bod hi'n anobeithiol (though she was hopeless).</p>
<p>7. Mae'r ci'n chwarae *er* ei fod e'n hen (though it is old).</p>
<p>8. Mae'r bws yn cyrraedd *er* bod y ffordd yn brysur (though the road is busy).</p>
<p>9. Roedd e'n aros *er* ei fod e'n diflas (though he was bored).</p>
<p>10. Maen nhw'n mynd i'r parc *er* bod hi'n wyntog (though it is windy).</p>
Exercise 2
<p>1. Mae hi'n *meddwl* amdanat ti er *bydd hi'n brysur* iawn. (verb for thinking)</p>
<p>2. Rydw i'n *mynd* i'r parc er *bod hi'n bwrw glaw*. (verb for movement)</p>
<p>3. Mae'r tîm yn *ennill* y gêm er *eu bod nhw wedi blino*. (verb for victory)</p>
<p>4. Rydyn ni'n *dysgu* Cymraeg er *ei bod hi'n anodd*. (verb for learning)</p>
<p>5. Mae hi'n *dawnsio* er *bod y cerddoriaeth yn uchel*. (verb for dancing)</p>
<p>6. Maen nhw'n *gweithio* er *bod y swydd yn heriol*. (verb for working)</p>
<p>7. Rydw i'n *darllen* er *bydd fy llygaid yn blino*. (verb for reading)</p>
<p>8. Mae o'n *ysgrifennu* er *bydd o'n teimlo'n flinedig*. (verb for writing)</p>
<p>9. Rydyn ni'n *canu* er *bydd ein lleisiau'n brifo*. (verb for singing)</p>
<p>10. Maen nhw'n *chwarae* pêl-droed er *bydd hi'n boeth iawn*. (verb for playing)</p>
Exercise 3
<p>1. Mae hi'n *gweithio* er ei bod hi'n sâl (verb for performing a task).</p>
<p>2. Aeth e allan *er* ei fod yn bwrw glaw (conjunction meaning "though").</p>
<p>3. Rydw i'n *meddwl* er nad ydw i'n siŵr (verb for thinking).</p>
<p>4. Daeth hi'n hwyr *er* i'r trên gyrraedd ar amser (conjunction meaning "though").</p>
<p>5. Mae e'n hapus *er* gwaethaf y newyddion drwg (conjunction meaning "though").</p>
<p>6. Rydw i'n *darllen* er fy mod i'n flinedig (verb for reading).</p>
<p>7. Aeth hi i'r gwaith *er* ei bod hi'n teimlo'n wael (conjunction meaning "though").</p>
<p>8. Mae'n bwrw eira *er* bod hi'n wanwyn (conjunction meaning "though").</p>
<p>9. Rydw i'n *bwyta* er nad oes gen i archwaeth (verb for consuming food).</p>
<p>10. Mae e'n rhedeg *er* bod ei goes yn brifo (conjunction meaning "though").</p>