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  • FluentFiction - Welsh

    Rain or Shine: Bringing an Autumn Festival to Life

    11/09/2026 | 18 mins.
    Fluent Fiction - Welsh: Rain or Shine: Bringing an Autumn Festival to Life
    Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:
    fluentfiction.com/cy/episode/2026-09-11-07-38-20-cy

    Story Transcript:

    Cy: Ar ddiwedd mis Medi, roedd Gareth, Eira, a Seren yn cerdded ar draws Pier Llandudno.
    En: At the end of September, Gareth, Eira, and Seren were walking across Llandudno Pier.

    Cy: Roedd yr awyrgylch yn llawn addewid am yr Ŵyl Hydref a oedd ar fin digwydd.
    En: The atmosphere was full of promise for the Autumn Festival that was about to happen.

    Cy: Roedd y môr yn chwythu awel oer, ond roedd lliwiau cynhesol yr hydref yn llenwi eu calonnau â chyffro a mwynhad.
    En: The sea was blowing a cold breeze, but the warm colors of autumn filled their hearts with excitement and enjoyment.

    Cy: Gareth, sy'n gyfrifol am drefnu'r digwyddiad, oedd yn siarad yn ddi-baid am bob manylyn.
    En: Gareth, who is responsible for organizing the event, was talking incessantly about every detail.

    Cy: "Mae'n rhaid i fod popeth yn berffaith," meddai Gareth.
    En: "Everything has to be perfect," said Gareth.

    Cy: Roedd ei lygaid brown yn edrych tanbaid gan bwysau'r cyfrifoldeb.
    En: His brown eyes looked intense under the weight of the responsibility.

    Cy: Roedd yn poeni y gallai'r tywydd droi drwg, ond roedd yn ddigon penderfynol i wneud defnyddio cynllun B.
    En: He was worried that the weather might turn bad but was determined enough to make use of plan B.

    Cy: Yr oedd Eira yn gwenu.
    En: Eira was smiling.

    Cy: "Paid â theimlo'n ormodol o straen," meddai hi.
    En: "Don't feel too stressed," she said.

    Cy: Cerddor ac artist efallai rhywun fyddai'n ciwio.
    En: As a musician and artist, perhaps someone would queue.

    Cy: "Mae angen cryfder a chydweithio.
    En: "Strength and collaboration are needed."

    Cy: "Seren, gyda gwên eang, edrychodd draw at y stondinau lle roedd y gwerthwyr yn paratoi eu nwyddau.
    En: Seren, with a broad grin, looked over at the stalls where the vendors were preparing their goods.

    Cy: Roedd yn llawn optimistiaeth.
    En: She was full of optimism.

    Cy: "Meddwl amdrwyo mae'n rhaid a nefoedd gariadol," meddai hi.
    En: "Thinking about dreams must and loving heavens," she said.

    Cy: Roedd Seren yn benderfynol o sicrhau y byddai pawb yn dod ynghyd a bod hyn yn amgylchedd cariadus a chyfeillgar.
    En: Seren was determined to ensure everyone would come together and that this would be a loving and friendly environment.

    Cy: Wrth i’r ŵyl agosáu, buont yn wynebu problemau.
    En: As the festival approached, they faced problems.

    Cy: Roedd Gareth a Eira yn anghytuno ar rai manylion artistig.
    En: Gareth and Eira disagreed on some artistic details.

    Cy: Ond trwy siarad yn dawel ac agored, gwnaethant gyfaddawdu.
    En: But by speaking calmly and openly, they compromised.

    Cy: Tiriodd Gareth i arfer â chydweithredu ac ymddiriedaeth.
    En: Gareth got used to cooperation and trust.

    Cy: Ar ddydd yr ŵyl, dechreuodd glaw trwm.
    En: On the day of the festival, heavy rain started.

    Cy: Meddyliodd Gareth am eiliad.
    En: Gareth thought for a moment.

    Cy: A ddylai ohirio a cholli’r cyfle, neu a oedd bosib symud dan do?
    En: Should he postpone and miss the opportunity, or was it possible to move indoors?

    Cy: Penderfyniad cyflym a wnaed.
    En: A quick decision was made.

    Cy: Gwnaethant symud y ffair i neuadd leol.
    En: They moved the fair to a local hall.

    Cy: Gweddillion diwrnod yr ŵyl a ddaeth mewnol fel croeso i'r gaeaf.
    En: The rest of the festival day came in like a welcome to winter.

    Cy: Roedd pawb yn cysgodi dan do, wedi ei sel ei gilydd.
    En: Everyone sheltered indoors, bonded together.

    Cy: Gwleddodd bobl ar fwydydd lleol, ac roedd Eira yn arddangos ei gelfyddydau bywiog ar y wal.
    En: People feasted on local foods, and Eira displayed her vibrant arts on the wall.

    Cy: Roedd pawb yn hapus.
    En: Everyone was happy.

    Cy: Roedd diogelwch a chroeso ymlaen llaw.
    En: There was safety and a warm welcome in advance.

    Cy: Roedd Seren yn sgwrsio gyda phob cwsmer, yn dod â phawb at ei gilydd.
    En: Seren was chatting with every customer, bringing everyone together.

    Cy: Llwyddiant oedd rhywbeth na allwn ni ddim eu mesur yn y glaw.
    En: Success was something we couldn't measure in the rain.

    Cy: Roedd y digwyddiad, er bod y newidiadau, yn llawn o gwres a chalonogiad.
    En: The event, despite the changes, was full of warmth and encouragement.

    Cy: Yn y diwedd, dysgodd Gareth nad yw cynlluniau yn union yn bwysig ag y bwriediai.
    En: In the end, Gareth learned that plans are not as important as he intended.

    Cy: Bu newid, gwasanaethodd y gymuned yn dda.
    En: The change served the community well.

    Cy: Roedd Gareth yn gwenu.
    En: Gareth was smiling.

    Cy: Roedd cydweithio wedi arwain at gyflawniad gwych, a gwnaeth pawb yn hapsel ac yn ddiolchgar.
    En: Collaboration had led to a great achievement, making everyone happy and thankful.

    Cy: Roedd y glaw ar ben y tywydd, ond ni wnaeth ansawdd y dathlu ddiffygiad.
    En: The rain was on top of the weather, but it didn't mar the quality of the celebration.

    Cy: Felly, dysgodd Gareth pa mor bwysig yw bod yn hyblyg.
    En: So, Gareth learned how important it is to be flexible.

    Cy: Roedd bob peth, hyd yn oed y glaw, yn cyfrannu at wefr bendigedig a llawn cynhesrwydd yn yr ŵyl hydref ar Llandudno Pier.
    En: Everything, even the rain, contributed to the wonderful and warm thrill of the autumn festival on Llandudno Pier.

    Vocabulary Words:
    atmosphere: awyrgylch
    promise: addewid
    breeze: awel
    responsible: cyfrifol
    organizing: trefnu
    incessantly: ddi-baid
    intense: tanbaid
    collaboration: cydweithio
    optimism: optimistiaeth
    dreams: adroddiadau
    disagreed: anghytuno
    compromised: cyfaddawdu
    postpone: ohirio
    opportunity: cyfle
    vibrant: bywiog
    bonded: ei sel
    feasted: gwleddodd
    safety: diogelwch
    encouragement: calonogiad
    flexible: hyblyg
    thrill: gwefr
    autumn: hydref
    rain: glaw
    compromise: cyfaddawdu
    decision: penderfyniad
    community: cymuned
    achievement: cyflawniad
    thankful: diolchgar
    celebration: dathlu
    friendly: cyfeillgar
  • FluentFiction - Welsh

    From Solitude to Companions: A Serendipitous Encounter

    09/09/2026 | 15 mins.
    Fluent Fiction - Welsh: From Solitude to Companions: A Serendipitous Encounter
    Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:
    fluentfiction.com/cy/episode/2026-09-09-07-38-19-cy

    Story Transcript:

    Cy: Araf oddi ar lethrau euraidd Eryri, bu Carys yn cerdded yn llonydd.
    En: Slowly descending from the golden slopes of Eryri, Carys walked serenely.

    Cy: Roedd hi'n hoffi'r awyr iach a'r harddwch di-rafr o'i chwmpas.
    En: She loved the fresh air and the unspoiled beauty surrounding her.

    Cy: Roedd awyrgylch yr hydref yn llenwi ei henaid wrth iddi symud ymlaen ar ei thaith unigol.
    En: The autumn atmosphere filled her soul as she continued on her solitary journey.

    Cy: Mae Carys yn annibynnol iawn, ond weithiau mae ofn ysywaeth yn y cysgodion—ofn bod ar ei phen ei hun go iawn.
    En: Carys is very independent, but sometimes there's a lurking fear in the shadows—the fear of truly being alone.

    Cy: Roedd gobaith cudd iddi ddod o hyd i rywun i rannu'r cariad hwn i fynyddoedd gyda hi, ond roedd ofn agor i fyny'n ei chadw yn ôl.
    En: She secretly hoped to find someone to share this love of the mountains with her, but the fear of opening up held her back.

    Cy: Fel y dechreuodd y cymylau hel dros ben bryniau'r mynyddoedd crand, datblygodd storm sydyn.
    En: As the clouds began to gather over the majestic mountain peaks, a sudden storm developed.

    Cy: Y gwynt yn cynyddu, a bu Carys yn crynnu wrth yrru ymlaen i chwilio am loches.
    En: The wind increased, and Carys shivered as she pressed on to find shelter.

    Cy: Yn ffodus, roedd lloches fach ymyrraeth ar y llwybr.
    En: Fortunately, there was a small shelter along the path.

    Cy: Gydag anghydffurfiad, aeth Carys y tu mewn, dim ond i ddod ar draws Dafydd eisoes yn eistedd yno.
    En: With a bit of apprehension, Carys went inside, only to find Dafydd already sitting there.

    Cy: Dafydd oedd y person mwyaf cyfeillgar a ddug ei gamera gyda phob siwrna.
    En: Dafydd was the friendliest person and always brought his camera on every trip.

    Cy: Wrth iddo edmygu harddwch y parc, gwelodd bod Carys wedi ei setlo wrth ei ochr, a chanfod cyfle i ddweud 'helo.
    En: As he admired the beauty of the park, he noticed Carys had settled next to him and saw an opportunity to say 'hello.'

    Cy: ' Wrth rannu cacen ffrwythau a phaned twym yn y lloches barawdol, sylweddolodd bod ei sgwrs ddiddorol yn helpu Carys i ymlacio.
    En: While sharing a fruitcake and a warm drink in the makeshift shelter, he realized that their engaging conversation helped Carys relax.

    Cy: Gyda'r gwynt yn chwythu'n drwm tu allan, rhannodd Dafydd stori am ei hoff bryniau, yn dangos lluniau ar ei gamera i Carys.
    En: With the wind blowing heavily outside, Dafydd shared a story about his favorite hills, showing pictures on his camera to Carys.

    Cy: Gwelodd fel y dechreuodd hi chwerthin, ei gwyliau mae'n debyg o'i straeon, ac roedd y rhew rhwngddynt yn toddi'n raddol.
    En: He watched as she began to laugh, seemingly amused by his tales, and the ice between them gradually melted.

    Cy: Mor gyflym ag y daeth, dirownodd y storm.
    En: As quickly as it came, the storm cleared.

    Cy: Y dueddfa'n fwy mwynach na'r awyr euraidd eto.
    En: The landscape became more pleasant than the golden sky again.

    Cy: Wrth i'r haul ddynesu, edrychodd Dafydd ar Carys gyda hiwmor yn ei lygaid ac awgrymodd eu bod yn rhannu eu rhifau.
    En: As the sun approached, Dafydd looked at Carys with humor in his eyes and suggested they exchange numbers.

    Cy: Fe wnaethon nhw addo bod hyn yn dechrau ei anturiaeth nesaf gyda'i gilydd.
    En: They promised that this was the beginning of their next adventure together.

    Cy: Plannwyd cyfeillgarwch newydd wrth iddynt adael y lloches a dechrau disgyn o lethrau yr ucheldir.
    En: A new friendship was formed as they left the shelter and began to descend from the highland slopes.

    Cy: Bob cam yn llawn gobaith newydd, nid dim ond am Eryri ond hefyd am eu dyfodol gyda'i gilydd.
    En: Each step was filled with new hope, not just for Eryri but also for their future together.

    Cy: Roedd Carys, er yr ofn o'r blaen, yn barod nawr i dderbyn cysylltiad newydd a hefo cael bod yn agored yn effro iddi hi fod yn fuddugol.
    En: Despite her previous fear, Carys was now ready to embrace a new connection, and being open made her feel triumphant.

    Vocabulary Words:
    descending: oddi ar
    serenely: yn llonydd
    unspoiled: di-rafr
    solitary: unigol
    lurking: ysywethaeth
    apprehension: anghydffurfiad
    shelter: loches
    majestic: crand
    shivered: crynnu
    makeshift: baraodol
    engaging: diddorol
    storm: storm
    melting: toddi
    pleasant: mwynach
    triumphant: buddugol
    highland: ucheldir
    open: agored
    fear: ofn
    gather: hel
    adventure: anturiaeth
    admired: edmygu
    fruitcake: cacen ffrwythau
    recognize: gwybod
    solitude: ar ei phen ei hun
    independent: annibynnol
    landscape: dueddfa
    exchange: rhannu
    heartfelt: enaid
    fearless: effro
    camera: camera
  • FluentFiction - Welsh

    Courage and Connection: A Journey Through Bannau Brycheiniog

    08/09/2026 | 19 mins.
    Fluent Fiction - Welsh: Courage and Connection: A Journey Through Bannau Brycheiniog
    Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:
    fluentfiction.com/cy/episode/2026-09-08-07-38-20-cy

    Story Transcript:

    Cy: Mae'r awyrgylch yn y Parc Cenedlaethol Bannau Brycheiniog yn llawn cyffro.
    En: The atmosphere in the Parc Cenedlaethol Bannau Brycheiniog is full of excitement.

    Cy: Mae Aneira yn deffro yn gynnar, gyda theimladau cymysg yn ei chalon.
    En: Aneira wakes up early, with mixed feelings in her heart.

    Cy: Mae hi'n gwybod mai'r diwrnod hwn yw ei chyfle i wneud ffrindiau newydd.
    En: She knows that this day is her opportunity to make new friends.

    Cy: Mae'r gwanwyn yn yr aer, ond mae'r dail yn cwympo, yn lliwgar ar hyd y llwybrau, gan greu carped o goch, oren a melyn.
    En: Spring is in the air, but the leaves are falling, colorful along the paths, creating a carpet of red, orange, and yellow.

    Cy: Wrth i'r grŵp o fyfyrwyr newydd ymgynnull, mae Rhys, arweinydd brwdfrydig y clwb awyr agored, yn estyn croeso cynnes i bawb.
    En: As the group of new students gathers, Rhys, the enthusiastic leader of the outdoor club, extends a warm welcome to everyone.

    Cy: "Bydd hwn yn ddiwrnod arbennig," meddai gyda gwên fawr.
    En: "This will be a special day," he says with a big smile.

    Cy: "Bannau Brycheiniog yw un o'r llefydd prydferthaf yng Nghymru."
    En: "Bannau Brycheiniog is one of the most beautiful places in Cymru."

    Cy: Mae Aneira yn edrych o gwmpas.
    En: Aneira looks around.

    Cy: Mae hi'n teimlo ychydig yn ansicr, ond mae'n benderfynol i gymryd rhan.
    En: She feels a bit uncertain but is determined to participate.

    Cy: Mae Glyn yn sefyll i'r ochr, yn edrych yn dawel ac ychydig yn bryderus.
    En: Glyn stands to the side, looking quiet and a bit anxious.

    Cy: Mae Aneira yn sylwi arno, gan gofio'r son am ei ofn o uchderau.
    En: Aneira notices him, recalling the talk about his fear of heights.

    Cy: Wrth iddynt ddechrau’r daith, mae'r grŵp yn symud ar hyd llwybrau coediog, gyda Rhys yn arwain, yn sôn am y planhigion a'r anifeiliaid.
    En: As they start the journey, the group moves along wooded paths, with Rhys leading, talking about the plants and animals.

    Cy: Mae Aneira yn dechrau mwynhau.
    En: Aneira begins to enjoy herself.

    Cy: Mae hi'n dechrau sgwrsio gyda'r stiwdents eraill.
    En: She starts chatting with the other students.

    Cy: Mae hi'n grin fedrus pan ddaw at y pethau hawdd, ond wrth iddynt symud tua'r bryniau, mae hi'n teimlo'r her.
    En: She is skillful when it comes to the easy things, but as they move towards the hills, she feels the challenge.

    Cy: Wrth iddynt gyrraedd rhan fwy serth, mae Glyn yn stopio, mae golwg bryderus ar ei wyneb.
    En: As they reach a steeper part, Glyn stops, a worried look on his face.

    Cy: Mae’r creigiau’n berl, ac mae’n dechrau teimlo’n betrusgar.
    En: The rocks are slippery, and he begins to feel hesitant.

    Cy: Mae Rhys yn sylwi arno hefyd ac yn cynnig help, ond mae Glyn yn edrych i ffwrdd.
    En: Rhys notices him as well and offers help, but Glyn looks away.

    Cy: Aneira, er gwaethaf ei hamheuon ei hun, yn camu ymlaen.
    En: Aneira, despite her own doubts, steps forward.

    Cy: "Ti'n gallu gwneud hyn, Glyn," meddai Aneira yn dawel.
    En: "You can do this, Glyn," Aneira says softly.

    Cy: "Dim ond ychydig o gamau i fynd, ac mae'r golwg o'r brig yn werth chweil."
    En: "Just a few steps to go, and the view from the top is worth it."

    Cy: Mae Glyn yn edrych arni, ac yna ymlaen.
    En: Glyn looks at her, and then forward.

    Cy: Mae calondid Aneira yn ei frydio a'i annog yn denau.
    En: Aneira's encouragement supports and gently pushes him on.

    Cy: Mae Glyn yn dechrau symud eto, rhwythau bach a synwyrol i fyny'r llwybr.
    En: Glyn starts moving again, small and careful steps up the path.

    Cy: Mae pawb yn rhoi cefnogaeth; mae'r tîm yn gweithio gyda'i gilydd.
    En: Everyone gives support; the team works together.

    Cy: Pan maen nhw'n cyrraedd y brig, mae'r olygfa'n odidog.
    En: When they reach the top, the view is magnificent.

    Cy: Mae'r mynyddoedd yn estyn cyn belled ag y gallant weld.
    En: The mountains stretch as far as they can see.

    Cy: Gyda rhywfaint o lawenyddu, mae Rhys yn ymuno: "Rydych chi i gyd wedi gwneud yn wych!"
    En: With a bit of cheer, Rhys joins in: "You all did great!"

    Cy: Mae Aneira a Glyn yn edrych ar ei gilydd, gyda mwgwd o fuddugoliaeth a chyfeillgarwch newydd.
    En: Aneira and Glyn look at each other, with the glow of victory and new friendship.

    Cy: Mae'r rhaniadau yn diflannu, ac mae'n debyg bod felly hefyd manylion y llwybr.
    En: The divisions disappear, and so too, it seems, do the details of the path.

    Cy: Wrth ddychwelyd i'r maes parcio, mae golau'r haul yn cilio, yn amlygu pinc a phorffor yn yr awyr.
    En: As they return to the parking lot, the sunlight fades, revealing pink and purple in the sky.

    Cy: Yn ogystal â'u hachievements corfforol, mae Aneira a Glyn wedi codi’n uwch nag oeddent erioed wedi dychmygu.
    En: Besides their physical achievements, Aneira and Glyn have risen higher than they ever imagined.

    Cy: Gwelodd Aneira fod y tu hwn trwy dunelli naturiol a chyfnewid geiriau caredig, a gwelodd Glyn gyfeillgarwch a dewrder yn yr annisgwyl.
    En: Aneira saw that this was through the natural surroundings and the exchange of kind words, and Glyn saw friendship and courage in the unexpected.

    Cy: Wedi hynny, wrth iddynt fynd adref, mae'r daith wedi creu cof newydd ar gyfer Aneira a Glyn bob tro maen nhw'n meddwl am y Bannau.
    En: Afterwards, as they head home, the journey has created a new memory for Aneira and Glyn every time they think of the Bannau.

    Cy: Maen nhw'n teimlo rhywbeth hwnnw o'r blaen, meddylgarch tawel a chariad go iawn tuag at natur, a mynyddoedd yn enwedig — dare i fyny!
    En: They feel something they hadn't before, a quiet confidence and true love towards nature, and mountains especially — dare to go up!

    Vocabulary Words:
    atmosphere: awyrgylch
    excitement: cyffro
    opportunity: cyfle
    carpet: carped
    enthusiastic: brwdfrydig
    participate: cymryd rhan
    anxious: pryderus
    woods: coediog
    skillful: fedrus
    steeper: rhan fwy serth
    worried: bryderus
    hesitant: petrusgar
    offer: cynnig
    encouragement: calondid
    magnificent: godidog
    stretch: estyn
    cheer: lawenyddu
    victory: buddugoliaeth
    disappear: diflannu
    achievement: achievements corfforol
    courage: dewrder
    unexpected: annisgwyl
    confidence: meddylgarch
    nature: natur
    revealing: amlygu
    quiet: tawel
    exchange: cyfnewid
    support: cefnogaeth
    determined: benderfynol
    view: golygfa
  • FluentFiction - Welsh

    Owain's First Shot: Beyond the Barrier of Perfection

    07/09/2026 | 16 mins.
    Fluent Fiction - Welsh: Owain's First Shot: Beyond the Barrier of Perfection
    Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:
    fluentfiction.com/cy/episode/2026-09-07-22-34-01-cy

    Story Transcript:

    Cy: Yng ngolau melyn haul yr hydref, roedd y cledrau ledled y cwrt carreg yn welw dan yr awyr eang.
    En: In the yellow autumn sunlight, the rails across the stone courtyard were pale under the vast sky.

    Cy: Roedd muriau castell mawr yn creu ochr bwerus i'r sgwâr hynafol, tra roedd dail yn cwympo fel hdrychau gwyrdd, melyn a coch o goedwig agos.
    En: The walls of the large castle formed a powerful side to the ancient square, while leaves fell like green, yellow, and red mirrors from the nearby forest.

    Cy: Yr oedd dwsin o ddysgwyr yn sefyll yng nghanol y cwrt, disgyblion ifainc yn astudio'r grefft o hela gyda bwa a saeth.
    En: A dozen learners stood in the middle of the courtyard, young students studying the craft of hunting with bow and arrow.

    Cy: Roedd Owain, sgwier ifanc gyda'i wallt melyn a'i lygaid brown, yn sefyll ychydig ar ei ben ei hun, ei wyneb yn dangos cymysgedd o gyffro a phryder.
    En: Owain, a young squire with his blond hair and brown eyes, stood a little on his own, his face showing a mix of excitement and anxiety.

    Cy: "Rhaid i mi wneud hyn," meddai Owain i'w hun, ei galon yn pwyntio tuag at y nod.
    En: "I must do this," Owain said to himself, his heart fixed on the target.

    Cy: Roedd yn cofio geiriau ei dad, saethwr medrus, yn dweud wrtho am arbenigrwydd a pheth i amddiffyn.
    En: He remembered the words of his father, a skilled archer, telling him about excellence and something to protect.

    Cy: Roedd Owain eisiau profiad hynod gyda'i ergyd gyntaf, gan obeithio ei bod yn hyfryd fel ergyd ei dad.
    En: Owain wanted an extraordinary experience with his first shot, hoping it would be as wonderful as his father's shot.

    Cy: "Yn barod?
    En: "Ready?"

    Cy: " gofynnodd Meurig, y hyfforddwr, yn garedig ac yn strict.
    En: asked Meurig, the instructor, kindly yet strictly.

    Cy: Y ddisgyblion eraill, gan gynnwys Gwen, ei ffrind agos, yn gwenu gyda disgwyliad.
    En: The other pupils, including Gwen, his close friend, smiled with anticipation.

    Cy: Roedd Owain yn magu goleuni ar y bwa yn ei ddwylo, ac yn teimlo'r bysedd yn crynu gyda phryder.
    En: Owain grasped the bow in his hands, feeling his fingers tremble with anxiety.

    Cy: "Cofia dy dechneg," sibryddodd Meurig.
    En: "Remember your technique," Meurig whispered.

    Cy: "Canolbwyntia ar dy fanal a thy ehangiad.
    En: "Focus on your breath and your expansion.

    Cy: Paid â chynddeiriog.
    En: Do not rush."

    Cy: "Pan oedd wedi penderfynu, cymerodd Owain anadl ddofn, yn dod â'r atgofion cynnes i'r wyneb.
    En: When he was ready, Owain took a deep breath, bringing warm memories to the surface.

    Cy: Parodd y curiad yn ei frest i golli ei rythm brin fel pwysau cae llaith.
    En: The beating in his chest lost its rare rhythm like the pressure of a damp field.

    Cy: Pan daeth yr amser, rhyddhaodd yr eirch, saeth yn fflachio i'r awyr.
    En: When the time came, he released the arrow, which flashed into the air.

    Cy: Roedd pob llygad ar Owain.
    En: All eyes were on Owain.

    Cy: Y saeth yn llechu yn y nod, ac y câi ei welwyd yn drwm ond nid mewn anogaeth.
    En: The arrow nestled in the target, and although it was not a resounding success, it was encouraging.

    Cy: "Da iawn, Owain!
    En: "Well done, Owain!"

    Cy: " gwaeddodd Meurig â gwen ar ei wyneb, yn agosach at y targed nag erioed.
    En: shouted Meurig with a smile on his face, closer to the target than ever before.

    Cy: "Cywirdeb yn gwella, gi yma tu hwnt pob ergyd.
    En: "Accuracy is improving, far beyond each shot."

    Cy: "Gwen wnaeth roi cnocen ar ei gefn, a phawb yn dangos eu cymeradwyaeth â phlwf.
    En: Gwen patted his back, and everyone showed their applause with cheer.

    Cy: Gwelwyd Owain deimlad o ryddhad a balchder, ei wyneb yn disgleirio gan falchder newydd.
    En: Owain felt a sense of relief and pride, his face shining with newfound pride.

    Cy: Er nad oedd wedi cyrraedd y canol, dysgodd Owain rhywbeth pwysig.
    En: Although he hadn't hit the center, Owain learned something important.

    Cy: Nid perffeithrwydd ond gwelliant oedd y gwir buddugoliaeth.
    En: It was not perfection but improvement that was the true victory.

    Cy: Ac y tro hwn, ag y bydd bob tro wedyn, Owain wnaeth gamu'n hyderus tu hwnt y bali mawreddog ymhellach.
    En: And this time, and every time thereafter, Owain stepped confidently beyond the grand barrier further.

    Vocabulary Words:
    rails: cledrau
    courtyard: cwrt
    castle: castell
    pale: welw
    vast: eang
    mirrors: hdrychau
    learners: dysgwyr
    squire: sgwier
    anxiety: pryder
    target: nod
    archer: saethwr
    extraordinary: hynod
    instructor: hyfforddwr
    anticipation: disgwyliad
    tremble: crynu
    technique: techneg
    breath: anadl
    expansion: ehangiad
    release: rhyddhau
    nestled: lechu
    resounding: trwm
    accuracy: cywirdeb
    patted: cnocen
    applause: cymeradwyaeth
    pride: balchder
    perfection: perffeithrwydd
    improvement: gwelliant
    victory: buddugoliaeth
    confidence: hyder
    barrier: bali
  • FluentFiction - Welsh

    From Market Lanes to Magical Herb Hunts: Eilir's Bold Quest

    07/09/2026 | 14 mins.
    Fluent Fiction - Welsh: From Market Lanes to Magical Herb Hunts: Eilir's Bold Quest
    Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:
    fluentfiction.com/cy/episode/2026-09-07-07-38-19-cy

    Story Transcript:

    Cy: Rhwng y sŵn cyson o laisiau yn galw eu nwyddau a'r aroglau melysydd a llysiau ffres yn ysgafnhau'r aer, roedd sgwâr marchnad Caernarfon yn lle bywiog.
    En: Amidst the constant noise of voices calling their wares and the smells of sweets and fresh vegetables lightening the air, the market square of Caernarfon was a lively place.

    Cy: Tra roedd cleddyfau'n sgleinio a ffabrigau'n chwifio yn yr awel, roedd rhywbeth arall yn denu sylw Eilir wrth iddi gerdded yn brysur.
    En: While swords gleamed and fabrics waved in the breeze, something else caught Eilir's attention as she walked briskly.

    Cy: Roedd y prynhawn yn synhwyrol ond amhendant.
    En: The afternoon was perceptive but uncertain.

    Cy: Eilir, apothecari ifanc â breuddwydion o antur, oedd yn ymwybodol o ofid newydd.
    En: Eilir, a young apothecary with dreams of adventure, was aware of a new concern.

    Cy: Gwyn, masnachwr lleol a chyfaill, wedi cwympo’n wael.
    En: Gwyn, a local trader and friend, had fallen ill.

    Cy: Roedd ei gwella yn dibynnu ar herb prin a gelwid ef "planhigyn hud" gan hen drigolion y dref.
    En: His recovery depended on a rare herb known as the "magic plant" by the town's old inhabitants.

    Cy: Ymysg y stondinau, roedd Eilir yn bradychu arwydd o'r planhigyn gwerthfawr.
    En: Among the stalls, Eilir was searching for a sign of the valuable plant.

    Cy: Ond roedd y marchnad yn gorlawn, ac roedd llwybrau'n gymysg byddin o fedi.
    En: But the market was overcrowded, and pathways were a tangle of reapers.

    Cy: Roedd hi angen cymorth i fynd y tu allan i furiau'r dref lle rhoddir planhigion fel hyn.
    En: She needed help to venture beyond the town walls, where such plants grew.

    Cy: Felly, penderfynodd droi at Rhys, ei ffrind plentyndod a dywyswr fedrus.
    En: So, she decided to turn to Rhys, her childhood friend and skilled guide.

    Cy: "Rhys, mae’n rhaid i ni fynd at y thicket tu allan i’r farchnad," meddai Eilir yn ysytraig.
    En: "Rhys, we must go to the thicket outside the market," said Eilir urgently.

    Cy: Cytunodd Rhys, gyda'i chalon yn tyner wrth feddwl am yr her sy'n aros amdanynt.
    En: Rhys agreed, his heart softened by the thought of the challenge awaiting them.

    Cy: Ar ôl taith drwy'r sgwâr heintiedig a cherdded tuag at y thicket, cwelodd Eilir y planhigyn tra'n disgleirio dan y golau haul.
    En: After a journey through the crowded square and walking towards the thicket, Eilir spotted the plant shimmering under the sunlight.

    Cy: Ond fe ddarganfu wrth ddod yn nesaf bod manw oedd yn gwarchod y ddaear gerllaw.
    En: But as she came closer, she discovered a magpie guarding the ground nearby.

    Cy: Gan wybod bod rhaid gweithredu'n ofalus, gwnaeth Eilir gynllwyn a chyflwyno rhosyn chwerthinllyd fel tyniant i'r aderyn chwilfrydig.
    En: Knowing they had to act carefully, Eilir devised a plan and presented a comical rose as a distraction to the curious bird.

    Cy: Gyda phob symudiad yn ofalus, llwyddo i sicrhau'r dail angenrheidiol.
    En: With every movement being cautious, she managed to secure the necessary leaves.

    Cy: Daeth Rhys ac Eilir nôl i'r farchnad, lle paratôdd Eilir'r cymysgedd gyda hiwmor enbyd.
    En: Rhys and Eilir returned to the market, where Eilir prepared the mixture with anxious humor.

    Cy: Roedd y cymysgedd wedi'i fwyttydd a Gwyn adfer yn gyflym, gan ddwyn diolchodd y dorf gwefreiddiol iddi.
    En: The mixture was consumed, and Gwyn recovered quickly, earning Eilir immense gratitude from the thrilled crowd.

    Cy: Wrth wylio pobl y dref yn ddiolchgar, sylweddolodd Eilir fod ei dewrder newydd wedi agor heriau newydd tu hwnt i'r oll shee.
    En: As she watched the town's people express their thanks, Eilir realized her newfound courage had opened up new challenges beyond everything she thought she knew.

    Cy: Meddyliodd am y byd y tu hwnt ac addawodd chwilio am ei antur nesaf.
    En: She pondered about the world beyond and vowed to seek out her next adventure.

    Cy: Efallai dim ond apothecari ydy hi, ond erbyn hyn hefyd, roedd hi'n anturiaethwr wrth galon.
    En: Perhaps she was just an apothecary, but now, she was also an adventurer at heart.

    Vocabulary Words:
    amidst: rhwng
    wares: nwyddau
    lightening: ysgafnhau
    gleamed: sgleinio
    perceptive: synhwyrol
    uncertain: amhendant
    apothecary: apothecari
    adventure: antur
    concern: gofid
    inhabitants: trigolion
    stalls: stondinau
    valuable: gwerthfawr
    overcrowded: gorlawn
    venture: mynd
    guide: dywyswr
    thicket: thicket
    spotted: cwelodd
    magpie: manw
    devised: gynllwyn
    comical: chwerthinllyd
    secure: sicrhau
    mixture: cymysgedd
    anxious: enbyd
    immense: drof
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