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  • FluentFiction - Welsh

    Mystery and Legacy: The Secrets of Carreg Cennen Unveiled

    12/08/2026 | 17 mins.
    Fluent Fiction - Welsh: Mystery and Legacy: The Secrets of Carreg Cennen Unveiled
    Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:
    fluentfiction.com/cy/episode/2026-08-12-22-34-02-cy

    Story Transcript:

    Cy: Lle mae adar yn canu uwchlaw rhannau o glogwyn carregog Carreg Cennen, roedd yr awyr haf wedi’i gwisgo â mŵg disglair.
    En: Where birds sing above parts of the rocky cliff of Carreg Cennen, the summer sky was dressed with a bright mist.

    Cy: Lluoedd o gymylau oedd yn bwydo'r teimlad dirgel.
    En: A multitude of clouds fed the mysterious feeling.

    Cy: Roedd Eira yn sefyll gyda Dylan a Gwyn, ei meddwl yn drysu rhwng yr hanes cudd a'i hawydd i ddeall y dirgelwch diweddar.
    En: Eira stood with Dylan and Gwyn, her mind swirling between the hidden history and her desire to understand the recent mystery.

    Cy: Soniwyd am hen arteffact mewn hen lawysgrifion, ateg o'r gorffennol.
    En: An ancient artifact was mentioned in old manuscripts, a relic from the past.

    Cy: Ond aeth ei mentor ar goll yn y rîns hyn, a dim ond dychel dirgelion oedd ar ôl.
    En: But her mentor went missing in these realms, leaving only a trail of mysteries behind.

    Cy: Roedd Eira am wybod y gwir.
    En: Eira wanted to know the truth.

    Cy: “Mae’n rhaid bod rhywbeth yn y tŷ hwn,” meddai hi, yn syllu ar y creigiau crensian.
    En: "There must be something in this house," she said, staring at the crunching rocks.

    Cy: Roedd ofn lleoedd caeedig wedi dal yn glynu wrthi, ond roedd yn rhaid iddi barhau.
    En: The fear of enclosed places clung to her, but she had to continue.

    Cy: Dylan oedd yn chwilio am antur newydd bob amsar, ond roedd yn weddus trwy gydol hyn.
    En: Dylan was always looking for a new adventure, though he remained respectful throughout this one.

    Cy: Roedd ddim yn ymddiried mewn pobl yn hawdd, hyd yn oed Eira.
    En: He didn't trust people easily, not even Eira.

    Cy: “Beth am Gwyn?
    En: "What about Gwyn?"

    Cy: ” meddai Dylan mewn llais isel.
    En: Dylan asked in a low voice.

    Cy: Roedd Gwyn yn arweinydd lleol, gyda dyfalu eang yn swnio trwy’r bryniau.
    En: Gwyn was a local leader, with wide-reaching speculation echoing through the hills.

    Cy: Roedd ganddo gyfrinachau ei hun, rhywbeth oedd yn anesboniadwy i Eira a Dylan.
    En: He had secrets of his own, something inexplicable to Eira and Dylan.

    Cy: “Yn gweddio i’r hen stori fyrlymus eto?
    En: "Praying to the old bustling story again?"

    Cy: ” ddaeth llais Gwyn yn ôl.
    En: came Gwyn's voice in return.

    Cy: Wrth iddo siarad, cynyddodd gwyntoedd y storm, yn gwneud i’r wal o lithrin ddod yn fachgen lwch.
    En: As he spoke, the winds of the storm increased, causing the wall of shale to turn into a cloud of dust.

    Cy: Roeddynt yn symud ymlaen, Gwyn yn eu harwain drwy'r tŵr â chefen a choesau enbyd.
    En: They moved forward, Gwyn leading them through the tower with a back and legs that seemed indomitable.

    Cy: Roedd datgelu hanes y castell, mewn llais mwmian na allai esgeuluso'r annoedd, yn plesio Eira.
    En: Unraveling the history of the castle, in a murmured voice that could not neglect the walls, delighted Eira.

    Cy: Dylan yn sicr ddim yn credu’r celwyddau.
    En: Dylan certainly didn't believe the lies.

    Cy: Ac eto, roedd yn gallu gweld dros y ffin, gweld rhywbeth oedd yn berthnasol.
    En: And yet, he could see beyond the boundary, seeing something relevant.

    Cy: Wrth iddynt gyrraedd siambr gudd, siglwyd creigiau gan ddent y storm.
    En: As they reached a hidden chamber, rocks were shaken by the force of the storm.

    Cy: Roedd ofn Eira yn llawn ond roedd hi’n gwybod bod rhaid iddi wynebu eu ofn.
    En: Eira's fear was overwhelming, but she knew she had to face her fear.

    Cy: Yn y siambr honno, daeth i hyd i’r arteffact.
    En: In that chamber, she found the artifact.

    Cy: Ond nid roedd hynny’n ddigon.
    En: But that wasn't enough.

    Cy: Gyda syndod, daeth Gwyn ymlaen, yn llawen gwynebu’r gwirionedd.
    En: With surprise, Gwyn stepped forward, gladly facing the truth.

    Cy: Roedd hyn yn ganolog i’i deulu, ei hynafiaid.
    En: This was central to his family, his ancestors.

    Cy: Roedd hyn yn fersiwn o frad o amseroedd hir, a’n greulon iawn.
    En: This was a version of betrayal from long times ago, and a very cruel one.

    Cy: “Oeddwn i mewn gwybodaeth hyn,” Gwyn yn cyfaddef, “Mae’n bryd symudmlaen.
    En: "I was informed of this," Gwyn admitted, "It's time to move on."

    Cy: ” Pan ddaethant yn ôl i’r lleuad, roedd popeth wedi newid.
    En: When they returned to the moonlight, everything had changed.

    Cy: Roedd Eira yn medru cynnal gwell parch yn hun a deall bod cydweithio yn electron ac yn hanfodol.
    En: Eira could maintain a better self-respect and understood that collaboration was both electric and essential.

    Cy: Roedd Dylan ddim mwy amheus, a Gwyn yn gallu rhyddhau ei ysbryd o’r gorffennol drwm.
    En: Dylan was no longer skeptical, and Gwyn could free his spirit from the heavy past.

    Cy: Roedd y tir yn llawn hanes newydd, rhaffau ceisio’u dolennu gyda'r newydd-ddeall.
    En: The land was full of new history, ropes trying to weave with the newly found understanding.

    Cy: Roedd y realiti yn cwestiynu hyd yn oed y stiwardiaeth.
    En: Reality was questioning even the stewardship.

    Cy: Eira, Dylan, a Gwyn - oedd wedi diwygio ac adnewyddu eu teithdiroedd yn einwami hanel.
    En: Eira, Dylan, and Gwyn - they had reformed and renewed their journeys in this unprecedented path.

    Vocabulary Words:
    multitude: lluoedd
    relic: ateg
    trail: dychel
    enclosed: caeedig
    skeptical: amheus
    indomitable: enbyd
    unraveling: datgelu
    murmered: mwmian
    boundary: ffin
    relevant: berthnasol
    overwhelming: llawn
    chamber: siambr
    artifice: arteffact
    betrayal: brad
    cruel: greulon
    ancestor: hynafiaid
    collaboration: cydweithio
    electric: electron
    spirit: ysbryd
    stewardship: stiwardiaeth
    newly: newydd
    mystery: dirgelwch
    hidden: cudd
    manuscript: lawysgrif
    cloud: cwmwl
    misconception: dyfalu
    desire: awydd
    crunching: crensian
    speculation: dyfalu
    inexplicable: anesboniadwy
  • FluentFiction - Welsh

    Unveiling Secrets of the Sacred Stones: A Family's Journey

    12/08/2026 | 19 mins.
    Fluent Fiction - Welsh: Unveiling Secrets of the Sacred Stones: A Family's Journey
    Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:
    fluentfiction.com/cy/episode/2026-08-12-07-38-19-cy

    Story Transcript:

    Cy: Ar ben bryn gwyrdd yn niwylltir Cymru, lle mae'r cerrig aros wedi hen sefydlu, roedd Eira, Gwyn, a Llew yn sefyll dan gysgod y cylch cerrig hynafol.
    En: On a green hill in the wilds of Cymru, where the standing stones have long been established, Eira, Gwyn, and Llew stood under the shadow of the ancient stone circle.

    Cy: Roedd yr awyr yn ddisglair ac yn boeth, ond roedd awgrym o storm yn yr oerni a ddaliai mewn cwmwl cefndir.
    En: The sky was bright and hot, but there was a hint of storm in the chill that held within a background cloud.

    Cy: Roedd fel pe baent ar ddiroedd sanctaidd, lle roedd amser wedi'i gopïo gan gerrig yn hytrach na llyfrau.
    En: It felt as if they were on sacred ground, where time had been recorded by stones rather than books.

    Cy: Eira sefyll yn dawel, a golwg dychrynllyd yn ei llygaid.
    En: Eira stood silently, a terrifying look in her eyes.

    Cy: “Mae dy dad wedi caru'r lle hwn,” siaradaeth hi, yn dal llaw Llew ac yn edrych ar Gwyn, er mwyn ei theimlo.
    En: “Your father loved this place,” she spoke, holding Llew's hand and looking at Gwyn, to sense her.

    Cy: “Roedd yn dweud bod y cerrig hyn yn byw ac yn clywed ein deisyfiadau.”
    En: “He used to say that these stones are alive and hear our prayers.”

    Cy: Safai Gwyn, hen famol ei wyneb, gyda'i breichiau wedi'i chroesi.
    En: Gwyn stood, her face earnest, with her arms crossed.

    Cy: “Nid wyf yn gweld sut bydd hyn yn ein helpu ni,” safle hi yn ddiddiwedd.
    En: “I don’t see how this will help us,” she stood endlessly.

    Cy: Ond roedd rhywbeth am lefydd, rywsut, wedi dod â gostyngiad yn ei chalon.
    En: But there was something about the place that, somehow, had brought a softening in her heart.

    Cy: Daeth Llew agos at y cerrig, ei lyfrnod bach yn chwilio am arwyddion unrhyw bresenoldeb ysbrydol.
    En: Llew came close to the stones, his small notebook searching for signs of any spiritual presence.

    Cy: Roedd y myfyrwyr gwyddoniaeth uchel ei gelwyddau yn ei lygaid.
    En: His scientific mind was bright in his eyes.

    Cy: “Os gwelwch yn dda, Dad, cymerof wybod beth o’ch cyfrinachau,” siaradaeth gyda’r awel.
    En: “Please, Dad, let me know some of your secrets,” he spoke to the breeze.

    Cy: Roedd Eira yn gwybod mai nid hawdd fyddai denu Gwyn allan o blentyn curodi a digofaint.
    En: Eira knew it wouldn’t be easy to draw Gwyn out of a child’s brooding and anger.

    Cy: Penderfynodd hi adrodd stori, fel yr arferai eu tad.
    En: She decided to tell a story, as their father used to.

    Cy: “Mae stori’r lle hwn yn un anhygoel,” dechreuodd hi’n ddwfn.
    En: “The story of this place is an incredible one,” she began deeply.

    Cy: “Cyn cof, dywedir bod y cerrig yn gyrff ddewiniaid sy’n amddiffyn y tir.
    En: “Long ago, it is said the stones are the bodies of druids protecting the land.

    Cy: Roedd dy dad yn dywed bod fersiwn o’r stori ble mae'r carreg fawr hon yn borth i fyd arall.
    En: Your father used to say there’s a version of the story where this big stone is a portal to another world.”

    Cy: Gosododd Gwyn ei llygaid ar y garreg fawr, am y tro cyntaf gan edrych arni gyda diddordeb go iawn.
    En: Gwyn set her eyes on the big stone, for the first time looking at it with genuine interest.

    Cy: Teimlodd y dirgryniadau ysgafn yn dod o'r cyfeiriad, a rhywbeth yn symud yn ei chalonnau.
    En: She felt the light vibrations coming from its direction and something move within her heart.

    Cy: Yna, yr awyr drawst ler y bryn ddechreuodd trosglwyddo ei dafod, a gyrrwyd trycherog.
    En: Then, the sky across the hill began to sound its tongue and drove angered.

    Cy: Cawod drom a tharanog roo'n disgyn o fin y gorwel.
    En: A heavy and thundering shower started to fall from the edge of the horizon.

    Cy: “Rhaid i ni loches yn y cylch!” siaradaeth Llew, yn cludo ei nain tuag at y cerrig a chefnogi Gwyn ar hyd y ffordd.
    En: “We must shelter in the circle!” Llew spoke, guiding his grandmother towards the stones and supporting Gwyn along the way.

    Cy: Yn yr amddiffynfa tymor fer eu creu gan y cerrig, roedd y teulu yn cuddio.
    En: In the short-term protection created by the stones, the family hid.

    Cy: Roedd y glaw trigol llawen ar y caeau ond fe wnaeth y teulu eu cyd-dynnu.
    En: The joyful rain fell on the fields, but the family held each other tight.

    Cy: Yn y cysgodau'r cerrig, torrodd Gwyn y dawelwch.
    En: In the shadows of the stones, Gwyn broke the silence.

    Cy: “Rwy’n gweld y cerrig, rwy’n eu hysibrâu - roedd Dad yn gwybod.” Dagrau'n llifo ar hyd ei hyllagau.
    En: “I see the stones, I feel their whispers - Dad knew.” Tears flowed down her cheeks.

    Cy: Cysylltwyd Eira a roesman i Gwyn, yn dabodi gyda hithau'n dawel.
    En: Eira reached and held Gwyn, nodding with her silently.

    Cy: “Mae ef yma gyda ni, drwy ein cariad at ein gilydd,” gofrestrodd hi’n foel, gan bwylltio Gwyn yn ei harfog.
    En: “He is here with us, through our love for one another,” she reassured quietly, embracing Gwyn in her arms.

    Cy: Wedi i'r storm adael ei ffrwyn, codasant o'r cylch, yn fwy cobeb, yn dyn a gilydd.
    En: As the storm released its grip, they rose from the circle, more bonded, close to each other.

    Cy: Y golau haul hefyd oedd yn bwrw dros yr agoryddion fäerü ac yn bwrw blith.
    En: The sunlight also poured over the meadows, shining bright.

    Cy: Llew edrychodd ganrif uwch y ffurf, dra pysal.
    En: Llew looked towards the horizon, deeply thoughtful.

    Cy: “Mae dad wedi bod gyda ni,” datganodd â hyder.
    En: “Dad has been with us,” he declared confidently.

    Cy: Roedd y teulu'n cerdded ar hyd y brynhawn, gyda nhw'n cysylltu o'r newydd gan un plyg o fraw sydd o'u gobeithiau.
    En: The family walked along the afternoon, with bonds renewed by a shared hope.

    Cy: Roeddent wedi derbyn cariad, erbyn hyn deall bod dau ddyn a dim un bu ansicrwydd yn bwysicach.
    En: They had received love, now understanding that togetherness had no uncertainties more important.

    Cy: Roedd ynddynt bob troes tuag at ei gilydd, ym mlwyddyn eu diolchgarwch.
    En: They turned towards one another, in a year of their gratitude.

    Vocabulary Words:
    wilds: niwylltir
    standing stones: cerrig aros
    circle: cylch
    hint: awgrym
    sacred: sanctaidd
    terrifying: dychrynllyd
    erected: sefydlu
    cloud: cwmwl
    earnest: hen famol
    softening: gostyngiad
    brooding: cuido
    portal: borth
    vibrations: dirgryniadau
    horizon: gorwel
    shelter: lloches
    shower: cawod
    protector: amddiffynfa
    thundering: taranog
    embracing: pwylltio
    grip: ffrwyn
    bonded: dymheru
    confidently: â hyder
    gratitude: diolchgarwch
    storm: storm
    driven: gyrrwyd
    earnest: hen famol
    childhood: plentyn
    mysteries: cyfrinachau
    embracing: gofrestrodd
    understanding: deall
  • FluentFiction - Welsh

    Journey to Yr Wyddfa: A Tribute Beyond the Summit

    11/08/2026 | 17 mins.
    Fluent Fiction - Welsh: Journey to Yr Wyddfa: A Tribute Beyond the Summit
    Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:
    fluentfiction.com/cy/episode/2026-08-11-22-34-02-cy

    Story Transcript:

    Cy: Gan oedd yr haul yn dawnsio ar gopa'r mynydd, roedd Caradoc ac Eira yn teimlo'r golau'n cynhesu eu hwynebau.
    En: As the sun danced on the summit of the mountain, Caradoc and Eira felt the light warming their faces.

    Cy: Roedd y llwybr i gopa’r Wyddfa yn faestref o ansicrwydd arnynt o hyd, yn enwedig heddiw.
    En: The path to the summit of Yr Wyddfa was still a mixture of uncertainty for them, especially today.

    Cy: Er eu bod wedi cerdded yma sawl gwaith o'r blaen, heddiw teimlwyd fel taith wahanol—un gyda phwrpas cudd.
    En: Even though they had walked here many times before, today felt like a different journey—one with a hidden purpose.

    Cy: Tra roedd Eira yn cymryd anadl ddofn, roedd ei meddwl yn troi at y dyddiau wedi pasio eu tad.
    En: While Eira took a deep breath, her mind turned to the days that had passed since losing their father.

    Cy: Roedd ei deimladau'n gymysgedd o hiraeth a gwrthodiad.
    En: Her feelings were a mix of longing and denial.

    Cy: Wrth dreiddio trwy'r llwybr, roedd y daith o flaen Caradoc a'r casgliad teithiau o'i feddyg llenwi â chynhesrwydd a braw.
    En: As they threaded through the path, the journey ahead of Caradoc and the collection of journeys in his memory were filled with warmth and dread.

    Cy: Roedd e yn fwy tawel na phryd bynnag, yn ymroddedig i gyflawni dymuniad olaf eu tad.
    En: He was quieter than ever, devoted to fulfilling their father's last wish.

    Cy: Yn ystod pob cam cariadus, roedd Eira yn darganfod mwy am bwrpas gwirioneddol y daith—mae Caradoc yn ddall iddo fe.
    En: With each loving step, Eira discovered more about the true purpose of the journey—Caradoc was blind to it.

    Cy: “Pam yma?
    En: "Why here?"

    Cy: ” gofynnodd Eira'n sydyn, yn ceisio dadansoddi ei brawd.
    En: Eira asked suddenly, trying to analyze her brother.

    Cy: “Mae Dad eisiau bod yma—bob tro,” meddai Caradoc heb dawelu, ei lais yn dyner ond yn benderfynol.
    En: "Dad wants to be here—every time," Caradoc said without hesitation, his voice gentle yet determined.

    Cy: Wrth i’r mynydd agor rhagddynt, teimlai'r ddau gyffro ac ofn.
    En: As the mountain opened up before them, both felt excitement and fear.

    Cy: Roedd y golygfeydd o'r dyffrynnoedd o'u cwmpas yn addo tawelwch—tawelwch roedd Caradoc a Eira angen amdano.
    En: The views of the valleys around them promised tranquility—a tranquility Caradoc and Eira needed.

    Cy: Pan cyrhaeddon nhw’r copa, gyda'r gwynt yn canu trwy eu clustiau, sylweddolodd Eira'r pwrpas ofod heddiw.
    En: When they reached the summit, with the wind singing through their ears, Eira realized the purpose of the space today.

    Cy: Swydd החוק heno oedd hyfforddiant.
    En: Tonight's ceremony was training.

    Cy: Roedd graean at y ddaear ddu 'n cwmpasu eu traed.
    En: Gravel against the black earth covered their feet.

    Cy: Rhoddodd Caradoc y blwch bychan i Eira.
    En: Caradoc handed the small box to Eira.

    Cy: Fe'i fforddwyo i'r siambrau dyfnion o ing a chysur.
    En: She guided it to the deep chambers of anguish and comfort.

    Cy: “Dylai ef fod yma,” beiddiodd Caradoc gyda llais wedi torri, yna ymddiddanodd llygadiadau â'i chwaer.
    En: "He should be here," Caradoc braved with a broken voice, then exchanged glances with his sister.

    Cy: Gyda gorfoledd, dechreuodd Eira agor y blwch.
    En: With joy, Eira began to open the box.

    Cy: Gollyngodd nhw ar y bryniau gwyneb—a’r gwynt fuddugoliaethus cuddodd y closi.
    En: They scattered them over the hills—and the victorious wind hid the closeness.

    Cy: Y frwydr o ofid a iechyd meddwl fe newidiodd yn boeriadau bach o hyder.
    En: The battle of sorrow and mental health transformed into small bursts of confidence.

    Cy: Wrth i'r llwch fynd oddi wrth eu gweledydd, dywedodd Caradoc, “Efallai ein bod yn gadael, ond ni fydd yn byth yn anghofio.
    En: As the dust blew away from their sight, Caradoc said, "Perhaps we are leaving, but he will never be forgotten."

    Cy: ” Wrth neidio dros yr oedd, roedd y dwr boas yn cydio yng nghalonnau pawb.
    En: As they jumped over the edge, the cool water embraced everyone’s hearts.

    Cy: Roedd e ond yn gychwyn ar daith newydd, a gyda’r gwynt yn cynnal eu geiriau, gemuddodd eu hanadl ddiolchgarwch a chariad at eu llythyrenau gwareidd gwyn.
    En: It was only the beginning of a new journey, and with the wind carrying their words, their breath of gratitude and love mingled with the letters of the bright horizon.

    Cy: Dynnu at ei gilydd, deimlodd Caradoc ac Eira na fydde fo cyn hir cyn y cawsent eu henwau eu galw yn ôl ar y siambrau disglair.
    En: Drawing together, Caradoc and Eira felt it wouldn't be long before they heard their names called back to the bright chambers.

    Cy: Roedd yr haul yn drengu'n arwyddocâd y gorffennol.
    En: The sun was setting in the significance of the past.

    Cy: Roedd sglein eu tad yn tanio rhag eu cam gurasu.
    En: The glow of their father ignited their guiding steps.

    Cy: A dyna i chi stori eu henaid.
    En: And there you have the story of their souls.

    Vocabulary Words:
    danced: dawnsio
    summit: copa
    mixture: maestref
    uncertainty: ansicrwydd
    longing: hiraeth
    denial: gwrthodiad
    threaded: treiddio
    devoted: ymroddedig
    loving step: cam cariadus
    analyze: dadansoddi
    excitement: cyffro
    tranquility: tawelwch
    warmed: cynhesu
    dread: braw
    determined: benderfynol
    chambers: siambrau
    anguish: ing
    comfort: cysur
    braved: beiddiodd
    glances: ymddiddanodd llygadiadau
    victorious: buddugoliaethus
    scatter: golwng
    confidence: hyder
    battle: brwydr
    mental health: iechyd meddwl
    embarked: cychwyn
    embraced: cydio
    gratitude: diolchgarwch
    mingled: gemuddodd
    glow: sglein
  • FluentFiction - Welsh

    Moonlit Engagement: A Night of Love and Reflection

    11/08/2026 | 17 mins.
    Fluent Fiction - Welsh: Moonlit Engagement: A Night of Love and Reflection
    Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:
    fluentfiction.com/cy/episode/2026-08-11-07-38-19-cy

    Story Transcript:

    Cy: Wrth i'r haul fachlud dros yr aber yng Nghaerfyrddin, cerddodd Llywelyn lawr i'r traeth.
    En: As the sun set over the estuary in Caerfyrddin, Llywelyn walked down to the beach.

    Cy: Roedd y noson yn llonydd, gyda'r llanw yn cryn fachlud ar yr oresafoedd tywod euraidd.
    En: The evening was calm, with the tide gently receding on the golden sandbanks.

    Cy: Roedd y lleuad yn taflu golau arian dros y tonnau, y mynyddoedd pellennig yn gorwedd fel cysgodion yn y pellter.
    En: The moon cast a silvery light over the waves, with the distant mountains lying like shadows on the horizon.

    Cy: Roedd y golygfeydd yn ddelfrydol ar gyfer y dathliad arbennig oedd i ddod.
    En: The scene was ideal for the special celebration that was to come.

    Cy: Daeth Seren a Eleri, ffrindiau agos Llywelyn, i mewn i'r golwg o'r tu ôl i gornel tywodfaen.
    En: Seren and Eleri, Llywelyn's close friends, appeared from behind a sandstone corner.

    Cy: Roeddent yn chwilio am nod weddes ar hyd y traeth.
    En: They were searching for a specific spot along the beach.

    Cy: "Llywelyn!" galwasant, llawen a chyffro yn eu llais, wrth iddyn nhw roi eu cylchau i'r haul yn ei adlewyrchiad grisialol.
    En: "Llywelyn!" they called, joy and excitement in their voices, as they let the rings fall into the crystal reflection of the sun.

    Cy: Roedden nhw newydd ddyweddïo ac roedd noson arbennig wedi'i neilltuo i ddathlu.
    En: They had just become engaged, and a special evening was set aside to celebrate.

    Cy: Roedd Llywelyn yn llawen iawn dros ei ffrindiau, ond teimlai rhywfaint o alar am y newidiadau yn eu bywydau.
    En: Llywelyn was very happy for his friends but felt a pang of sadness about the changes in their lives.

    Cy: Roedd ofn y dyfodol yn ei hedfan, a theimlai'n ansicr am ei lwybr ei hun.
    En: The fear of the future hovered over him, and he felt uncertain about his own path.

    Cy: Ond penderfynodd, y noson hon, i beidio â gadael i'r ansicrwydd hwnnw rwystro'r dathlu.
    En: But he decided, on this night, not to let that uncertainty hinder the celebration.

    Cy: Yn lle hynny, penderfynodd wneud rhywbeth arbennig.
    En: Instead, he decided to do something special.

    Cy: Eisteddodd ar y tywod meddal, a gydag un symudiad, dechreuodd ysgrifennu neges gydag arswyd yn ei galon.
    En: He sat on the soft sand, and with one motion, began to write a message with a thrill in his heart.

    Cy: "Cymrwch gariad a chefnogaeth gyda chi wrth i chi fentro ymlaen," ysgrifennodd, gan deimlo ei ddwylo'n ysgafn wrth iddo ysgrifennu'r geiriau yn ofalus.
    En: "Take love and support with you as you venture ahead," he wrote, feeling his hands lighten as he carefully inscribed the words.

    Cy: O'i ferangle gododd a symudodd tua’r pâr cyffrous.
    En: Rising from his seat, he moved towards the excited couple.

    Cy: "Edrychwch," meddai Llywelyn, gan arwain Seren ac Eleri tua'r man lle ysgrifennodd ei neges.
    En: "Look," said Llywelyn, leading Seren and Eleri to the spot where he had written his message.

    Cy: Wrth iddynt ddarllen, rhai cynfasau'r llanw yn ôl, roedd symudiadau o lawenydd yn llenwi eu hwynebau.
    En: As they read it, some ripples from the tide retraced back, movements of joy filled their faces.

    Cy: "Diolch, Llywelyn," meddai Eleri, a'i llygaid yn olau â dagrau, "mae hyn yn golygu mwy nag y gall geiriau ei fynegi."
    En: "Thank you, Llywelyn," said Eleri, her eyes bright with tears, "this means more than words can express."

    Cy: Roedd barcud nos yn plymio'n isel dros ben, rhamant y gweld i amrwn.
    En: A night kite swooped low overhead, the romance of the sight nearly overwhelming.

    Cy: Rhedeg y tonnau'n dyner, roedd serenog wedi dechrau dŷsni'n uwch.
    En: The waves ran gently, signaling the rise of a starry night.

    Cy: Daeth gwen ar wyneb Llywelyn wrth iddo fagu dewrder o'r awel ymlon.
    En: A smile appeared on Llywelyn’s face as he drew courage from the gentle breeze.

    Cy: Roedd gwybod mai newidiadau fuelliannus yn eitemau canol, ond troes olwg y drefnyddiwyd y rhai hynny'n caer.
    En: He knew that changes were inevitable, but viewed them as turning points that could be embraced.

    Cy: A'r tafod o ddylanwad y ffrindiau yn hollleithiaf.
    En: The influence of friends remained ever-present.

    Cy: Roedd Seren, Eleri, a Llywelyn yn eistedd mewn cylch ar y traeth, eu clustiau yn llonydd i symffoni'r mor.
    En: Seren, Eleri, and Llywelyn sat in a circle on the beach, their ears attuned to the ocean's symphony.

    Cy: Llywelyn, mor deimladol, roed ganddo'r teimlad braf o bobl sydd, serch newid, yn aros yn driw.
    En: Llywelyn, so thoughtful, felt a warm sense of belonging with those who, despite change, remained true.

    Cy: Roedd y noson hon wedi ei siapio yn un o fonau fondigrybiol, fel y mynnent eu diffodd wrth iddynt olchi'n ôl, trwy bendelw serchiol y chwildiwydd.
    En: This night had been shaped as one of remarkable bonds, as they resolved to finish their evening within the affectionate fold of their friendship.

    Cy: Roedd ser y nos yn adlewyrchiad perffaith o'u bywyd yng nghanolog y byd, canolbwynt daith bywyd a naws, symbolaidd o'r cysylltiadau y byddent yn eu cynnal am byth.
    En: The night stars were a perfect reflection of their lives, centered in the world, highlighting the journey of life and mood, symbolic of the connections they would maintain forever.

    Vocabulary Words:
    estuary: aber
    receding: cryn fachlud
    sandbanks: oresafoedd tywod
    shadows: cysgodion
    celebration: dathliad
    engaged: dyweddïo
    pang: rhywfaint o alar
    uncertainty: ansicrwydd
    hinder: rwystro
    thrill: arswyd
    inscribed: ysgrifennu
    ripples: cynfasau
    overwhelming: amrwn
    swooped: plymio
    turning points: eitemau canol
    embraced: caer
    attuned: llonydd
    affectionate: serchiol
    sympathy: symffoni
    remarkable: fondigrybiol
    bonds: bonau
    affectionate fold: pendelw serchiol
    venture: ventro
    pendelw: affectionate fold
    realm: cynfasau
    horizon: pellter
    moon: lleuad
    reflection: adlewyrchiad
    silvery: arian
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    Gareth's Culinary Quest: A Journey Through Marchnad Caerdydd

    10/08/2026 | 18 mins.
    Fluent Fiction - Welsh: Gareth's Culinary Quest: A Journey Through Marchnad Caerdydd
    Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:
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    Story Transcript:

    Cy: Mae golau haul haf yn tywynnu'n llachar ar farchnad Caerdydd.
    En: The bright summer sunlight shines on marchnad Caerdydd.

    Cy: Mae'r aer yn gymysg â'r arogleuon blasus o berlysiau ffres a'r sŵn o siaradwch cyfeillgar.
    En: The air is filled with the tantalizing scents of fresh herbs and the sound of friendly chatter.

    Cy: Mae Gareth yn sefyll o flaen stondinau lliwgar, ei ddwylo'n potio'n ofalus dros ffrwythau a llysiau.
    En: Gareth stands in front of colorful stalls, his hands carefully selecting fruits and vegetables.

    Cy: Mae ei galon yn curo'n gyflym â chyffro.
    En: His heart beats quickly with excitement.

    Cy: Gweledigaeth o bryd bwyd perffaith sydd ganddo yn ei feddwl, ond mae'r dewis llethol.
    En: He has a vision of a perfect meal in his mind, but the choice is overwhelming.

    Cy: "Dwi ddim yn gwybod lle i ddechrau," meddai Gareth, edrych ar ei ffrind Nia, sydd bob amser yn bendant ond cefnogol.
    En: "I don't know where to start," says Gareth, looking at his friend Nia, who is always decisive yet supportive.

    Cy: "Dim problem, Gareth," atebodd Nia, yn ei ddull optimistaidd. "Paid â gor-sylweddoli. Byddai salad syml iawn yn wych."
    En: "No problem, Gareth," replied Nia, in her optimistic manner. "Don't overthink it. A very simple salad would be great."

    Cy: Ond roedd Gareth yn dyheu i wneud rhywbeth arbennig, rhywbeth i wneud argraff.
    En: But Gareth is eager to create something special, something to impress.

    Cy: Mae hwn yn fwy na dim ond pryd bwyd; mae'n gyfle i brofi ei sgiliau coginio.
    En: This is more than just a meal; it's an opportunity to prove his cooking skills.

    Cy: Daw Carys, y gwerthwraig, yn agos gyda gwên gynnes.
    En: Carys, the vendor, approaches with a warm smile.

    Cy: "Beth am roi cynnig ar un o fy rysáit fy hun?" meddai gyda llygad gleision yn gwenu.
    En: "How about trying one of my recipes?" she says, her blue eyes twinkling.

    Cy: Mae Carys yn cynnig syniad newydd, pryd byddadwy ond uchelgeisiol â'r cynhwysion gorau ar gynnig.
    En: Carys offers a new idea, a manageable but ambitious dish with the finest ingredients available.

    Cy: "Beth am fageti â saws tomatos haf, basil ffres, a chig moch wedi'i goginio ar y gril? Mae saws syml ond blasus yn gwneud gwahaniaeth enfawr."
    En: "How about spaghetti with summer tomato sauce, fresh basil, and grilled bacon? A simple yet flavorful sauce can make a huge difference."

    Cy: Gareth yn tynnu'i lygaid ac ystyried yr opsiynau.
    En: Gareth narrows his eyes and considers the options.

    Cy: Mae Nia yn rhedeg ei law trwy ei gwallt, ychydig yn amyneddgar, ond mae'n gwybod bod hyn yn golygu mwy i Gareth na'i chydnabod.
    En: Nia runs her hand through her hair, a bit impatient, but she knows this means more to Gareth than he admits.

    Cy: Mae'n rhaid i Gareth benderfynu: rhyw ddysgl syml fel a grybwyllwyd gan Nia, neu gwyro tuag at her newydd â'r syniadau Carys.
    En: Gareth must decide: some simple dish as suggested by Nia, or venturing towards a new challenge with Carys' ideas.

    Cy: Yn ystod y cyfnod, yn annisgwyl, mae'n teimlo mellt syml o hyder.
    En: In this moment, unexpectedly, he feels a simple bolt of confidence.

    Cy: "Beth os ydw i'n rhoi cynnig ar y rysáit newydd yma?" meddai Gareth, swn ei lais yn fwy penderfynol nag o'r blaen. "Dw i'n meddwl ei fod yn werth yr her."
    En: "What if I try this new recipe?" Gareth says, his voice more determined than before. "I think it's worth the challenge."

    Cy: Mae Nia a Carys yn edrych ag arddel, gan bledio'u cefnogaeth.
    En: Nia and Carys look approvingly, pledging their support.

    Cy: Gyda sach tebyg iddo ar ei ysgwydd â'r cynhwysion angenrheidiol, mae Gareth yn cerdded adref gyda chi ysblennydd hyder newydd.
    En: With a bag similar to his on his shoulder with the necessary ingredients, Gareth walks home with a newfound gleam of confidence.

    Cy: Yn y gegin, mae'r arogleuon yn llenwi'r aer wrth i Gareth weithio'n ystoicaidd.
    En: In the kitchen, aromas fill the air as Gareth works stoically.

    Cy: Ac â sawl awr o goginio a chwerthin â'i ffrindiau, mae'r cinio'n barod.
    En: And after several hours of cooking and laughing with his friends, the dinner is ready.

    Cy: Mae'r pryd nid yn unig yn edrych yn wych, ond mae'r blas yn rhagori ar eu disgwyliadau.
    En: The dish not only looks amazing but exceeds their expectations in taste.

    Cy: "Dwi'n dweud wrthot ti, Gareth," meddai Nia, yn cymryd llond ceg o'r pasta. "Dyma dy orau!"
    En: "I'm telling you, Gareth," says Nia, taking a big bite of the pasta. "This is your best!"

    Cy: Mae Gareth yn chwerthin yn dawel, ei ansicrwydd wedi cilio dros dro. "Diolch, ond heb Carys a dy help di, ni fyddwn yma."
    En: Gareth laughs quietly, his uncertainty temporarily faded. "Thanks, but without Carys and your help, I wouldn't be here."

    Cy: O'r noson hon ymlaen, mae Gareth nid yn unig yn fab o goginio, ond hefyd, yn fwy eiddgar i herio ei ofnau.
    En: From this evening onwards, Gareth is not just a son of cooking, but also more eager to challenge his fears.

    Cy: Mae'r profiad wedi caniatáu iddo agor ei orwelion, gan ddangos bod ymdrech a chalon agored yn medru creu rhyfeddiaethau ar hyd clai ei lwybr.
    En: The experience has allowed him to open his horizons, showing that effort and an open heart can create wonders along the clay of his path.

    Cy: Ac felly, ar drothwy marchnad bywiog Caerdydd, mae Gareth wedi darganfod y gall prydau bwyd nid yn unig lenwi stumogau ond hefyd gael eu cyrhaedd i gryfhau cyfeillgarwch.
    En: And so, on the vibrant threshold of marchnad Caerdydd, Gareth has discovered that meals can not only fill stomachs but also be a means to strengthen friendships.

    Vocabulary Words:
    sunlight: golau haul
    tantalizing: blasus
    herbs: perlysiau
    chatter: siaradwch
    stalls: stondinau
    decisive: bendant
    supportive: cefnogol
    overwhelming: llethol
    opportunity: cyfle
    skills: sgiliau
    vendor: gwerthwraig
    eye: llygad
    manageable: byddadwy
    ambitious: uchelgeisiol
    finest: gorau
    ingredients: cynhwysion
    grilled: wedi'i goginio ar y gril
    flavorful: blasus
    bolt: mellt
    confidence: hyder
    determined: penderfynol
    support: cefnogaeth
    stoically: ystoicaidd
    exceeds: rhagori
    expectations: disgwyliadau
    uncertainty: ansicrwydd
    faded: cilio
    challenge: her
    horizons: orwelion
    strengthen: cryfhau
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