Welsh English Words

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Instructions: Discover the distinctive words and phrases used in Welsh English!

1.
In Welsh English, what does 'cwtch' mean?
A
A cuddle or a cozy hiding place
B
A type of cake
C
A kitchen
D
A complaint
2.
What does 'tidy' mean as slang in Welsh English?
A
Boring
B
Good, great, or fine
C
Clean and organized
D
Small
3.
In Welsh English, what does 'now in a minute' mean?
A
Never
B
Right now
C
In a short while
D
Exactly one minute
4.
What does 'tamping' mean in Welsh English slang?
A
Very angry or furious
B
Dancing
C
Raining heavily
D
Stamping feet
5.
In Wales, what does 'lush' mean in everyday speech?
A
Alcoholic
B
Lovely, brilliant, or gorgeous
C
Expensive
D
Green and overgrown
6.
What is a 'butt' in Welsh English?
A
A friend or mate
B
A joke
C
A barrel
D
A cigarette end
7.
In Welsh English, what does 'daps' refer to?
A
Plimsolls or trainers (sneakers)
B
Dance steps
C
Raindrops
D
Snacks
8.
What does 'ych a fi' express in Welsh English?
A
That's wonderful
B
Goodbye
C
Cheers!
D
Yuck! / How disgusting!
9.
In Welsh English, what does 'minging' mean?
A
Mixed together
B
Beautiful
C
Musical
D
Disgusting or ugly
10.
What does 'chopsy' mean in Welsh English?
A
Mouthy or argumentative
B
Skilled at cooking
C
Short-tempered
D
Clumsy
11.
In Wales, what does 'twp' (rhymes with 'cup') mean?
A
Clever
B
Fast
C
Stupid or foolish
D
Tall
12.
What does 'by there' mean in Welsh English?
A
Far away
B
In the past
C
Over there / in that area
D
By the door
13.
In Welsh English, what is a 'cawl'?
A
A shawl
B
A traditional Welsh broth or soup
C
A cave
D
A cold
14.
What does 'whose coat is that jacket?' illustrate in Welsh English?
A
A serious question about ownership
B
The distinctive Welsh English pattern of tautology
C
A riddle
D
A children's game
15.
In Welsh English, what does 'banging' mean?
A
Excellent or fantastic
B
Ordinary
C
Making loud noise
D
Damaged

Answer Key

Question 1

A. A cuddle or a cozy hiding place

Question 2

B. Good, great, or fine

Question 3

C. In a short while

Question 4

A. Very angry or furious

Question 5

B. Lovely, brilliant, or gorgeous

Question 6

A. A friend or mate

Question 7

A. Plimsolls or trainers (sneakers)

Question 8

D. Yuck! / How disgusting!

Question 9

D. Disgusting or ugly

Question 10

A. Mouthy or argumentative

Question 11

C. Stupid or foolish

Question 12

C. Over there / in that area

Question 13

B. A traditional Welsh broth or soup

Question 14

B. The distinctive Welsh English pattern of tautology

Question 15

A. Excellent or fantastic

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