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  • FluentFiction - Welsh

    Welsh Roots & Artistic Revelations in Betws-y-Coed

    10/05/2026 | 15 mins.
    Fluent Fiction - Welsh: Welsh Roots & Artistic Revelations in Betws-y-Coed
    Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:
    fluentfiction.com/cy/episode/2026-05-10-07-38-19-cy

    Story Transcript:

    Cy: Teimlai'r haul gwresog ar ei gefn wrth i Garys gerdded i mewn i Siop Pentref Betws-y-Coed.
    En: Teimlai'r haul gwresog (The warm sun felt) on her back as Carys walked into Siop Pentref Betws-y-Coed.

    Cy: Roedd hi newydd gyrraedd o Gaerdydd, â'i calon yn llawn cyffro i archwilio ei gwreiddiau Cymreig.
    En: She had just arrived from Caerdydd (Cardiff), her heart full of excitement to explore her Welsh roots.

    Cy: Y siop fach hon, â'i dalcen pren wedi'i addurno'n gogoneddus, oedd y cyntaf i ddal ei llygad.
    En: This small shop, with its magnificently adorned wooden façade, was the first to catch her eye.

    Cy: Ymhlith yr eitemau mewn cwpwrdd gwydr, roedd Dafydd, yr arlunydd lleol tawel, yn darganfod ei le mewn byd prysur.
    En: Among the items in the glass cabinet, Dafydd, the quiet local artist, was finding his place in a busy world.

    Cy: Wrth ddarlunio cefnffyrdd fro'r fro ar ddarnau bach o ddur, cyfarfu ei lygad â Carys.
    En: While painting the backroads of the area on small pieces of metal, his eyes met Carys's.

    Cy: Roedd hi'n edrych yn benysin drwy'r arddangosfa, wedi ei swyno gan fraint a chrefftwaith y pentref.
    En: She was looking intently through the display, captivated by the charm and craftsmanship of the village.

    Cy: "Croeso, siarad rhywun angen?" gofynnodd Dafydd, ei llais yn dyner ac yn groesawgar.
    En: "Croeso, siarad rhywun angen?" (Welcome), do you need to speak with someone?" asked Dafydd, his voice gentle and welcoming.

    Cy: "Rwy'n chwilio am rhyw beth arbennig," atebodd Carys, ei llais yn awyddus. "Rhywbeth sy'n dweud y stori o'r lle hwn."
    En: "I'm looking for something special," replied Carys, her voice eager. "Something that tells the story of this place."

    Cy: "Mae gen i syniad," meddai Dafydd, yn awgrymu'r eitemau sydd wedi'u gwneud â llaw. "Mae'r gwaith yma'n adrodd hanes."
    En: "I have an idea," said Dafydd, suggesting the handcrafted items. "The work here tells a story."

    Cy: Roedd lliwiau'r ardal yn fywiog ym mhob portffolio.
    En: The colors of the area were vibrant in every portfolio.

    Cy: Cawsant eu llenwi â lansio glas y mynyddoedd a'r afonydd troellog a lifai gerllaw.
    En: They were filled with the blue launches of the mountains and the meandering rivers that flowed nearby.

    Cy: Golygfeydd syfrdanol, wedi'u creu â llaw gan bobl y pentref, a oedd yn adrodd hanes hynny.
    En: Breathtaking scenes, handcrafted by the village people, that told those very tales.

    Cy: Ar ôl rhai awrrau, dododd Carys ei llygad ar ddarn arbennig o dapistry hardd, gyda golygfa o fro Eryri.
    En: After some hours, Carys laid her eyes on a particularly beautiful tapestry, featuring a scene from the region of Eryri.

    Cy: Roedd ei delweddau yn siarad llawer.
    En: Its images spoke volumes.

    Cy: "Dyma fo," siffrwdodd honno, ei llais yn cael ei lenwi â syndod. "Bydd hwn yn berffaith."
    En: "This is it," she whispered, her voice filled with wonder. "This will be perfect."

    Cy: A oedd Dafydd yn amlwg ei falchder, ond llonydd mewn boddhad.
    En: Dafydd was clearly proud, yet remained calm with satisfaction.

    Cy: Roedd wedi cynorthwyo Carys i ddarganfod y cysylltiad rhyngddi hi a'i gwreiddiau.
    En: He had helped Carys to find the connection between herself and her roots.

    Cy: "Mae'n wych," cydsyniodd yn dawel, yn ymddyrchafedig gan ei rôl mewn helpu i greu momentau cysylltiol.
    En: "It's wonderful," he agreed quietly, uplifted by his role in helping to create these connecting moments.

    Cy: Gyda'r tapestry yn ei ddwylo, gadawodd Carys y siop gyda gwên, cydnabyddiaeth newydd i'w diwylliant Cymreig yn bwydo ei chynhyrchion artistig.
    En: With the tapestry in her hands, Carys left the shop with a smile, a newfound appreciation for her Welsh culture fueling her artistic endeavors.

    Cy: Roedd Dafydd hefyd, wedi bod yn cynhesu â'i gyfraniad, gyda forion ei ysbryd wedi meithrin cysylltiadau gwerthfawr yn y byd.
    En: Dafydd also felt warmed by his contribution, with the essence of his spirit having nurtured valuable connections in the world.

    Cy: Roedd Betws-y-Coed wedi troi’r dydd yn drysorfa o gofroddion parhaol.
    En: Betws-y-Coed had turned the day into a treasure trove of lasting memories.

    Vocabulary Words:
    facade: dalcen
    adorned: addurno'n
    quiet: tawel
    artist: arlunydd
    backroads: cefnffyrdd
    intently: yn benysin
    captivated: wedi ei swyno
    craftsmanship: crefftwaith
    eager: awyddus
    handcrafted: wedi'u gwneud â llaw
    portfolios: portffolio
    meandering: troellog
    flowed: lifai
    breathtaking: syfrdanol
    tales: hanes
    tapestry: tapistry
    wonder: syndod
    calm: llonydd
    satisfaction: boddhad
    uplifted: ymddyrchafedig
    endeavors: cynhyrchion
    nurtured: meithrin
    connections: cysylltiadau
    treasure trove: trysorfa
    lasting: parhaol
    speak volumes: siarad llawer
    suggesting: yn awgrymu
    root: gwreiddiau
    excitement: cyffro
    gentle: dyner
  • FluentFiction - Welsh

    A Welsh Coast Adventure: Family, Rainbows, and Renewal

    09/05/2026 | 17 mins.
    Fluent Fiction - Welsh: A Welsh Coast Adventure: Family, Rainbows, and Renewal
    Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:
    fluentfiction.com/cy/episode/2026-05-09-22-34-01-cy

    Story Transcript:

    Cy: Ar arfordir godidog Sir Benfro, lle mae gwyrddni bywiog yn cwrdd â glas lliol y môr, trefnodd Owain bicnic teuluol.
    En: On the magnificent coastline of Sir Benfro, where vibrant greenery meets the deep blue of the sea, Owain organized a family picnic.

    Cy: Llithrodd y glaswellt gwyllt o dan ei draed wrth iddo osod y matiau lliwgar a pharasol gynnil yn barod ar gyfer diwrnod perffaith, neu felly yr oedd yn gobeithio.
    En: The wild grass slipped under his feet as he laid out the colorful mats and set up a subtle parasol, ready for a perfect day, or so he hoped.

    Cy: Ond yn y gwanwyn bythgofiadwy hwnnw, nid oedd popeth yn rhwydd.
    En: But in that unforgettable spring, not everything went smoothly.

    Cy: Roedd Owain, y cefnder hynaf, yn cerdded yn ôl ac ymlaen ar hyd y traeth, yn gyrru edrychiad pryderus at y cymylau trwchus a oedd yn casglu dros y môr.
    En: Owain, the eldest cousin, paced back and forth along the beach, casting a worried glance at the thick clouds gathering over the sea.

    Cy: Roedd meddwl am ansicrwydd y tywydd yn pwyso ar ei fron.
    En: The uncertainty of the weather weighed heavily on his mind.

    Cy: Roedd yn benderfynol i wneud y diwrnod yn berffaith, er mwyn dod â'r teulu'n nes at ei gilydd eto.
    En: He was determined to make the day perfect to bring the family closer together again.

    Cy: Roedd pawb o'r teulu wedi cyrraedd, heblaw am Garys, ei gefnder anturus, a oedd wedi mynd i ddarganfod antur newydd ar daith gerdded heb oleinisio neb.
    En: Everyone from the family had arrived, except for Garys, his adventurous cousin, who had gone off in search of a new adventure on a walk without notifying anyone.

    Cy: "Ble mae Garys?" gofynnodd Rhys, sef cefnder tawel a meddylgar Owain, a oedd yn gwrthodleicio ar y môr.
    En: "Where's Garys?" asked Rhys, Owain's quiet and thoughtful cousin, who was gazing out at the sea.

    Cy: Yr oeddwn yn gwybod am dorri ei berthynas yn ddiweddar; roedd ei feddyliau yn drwm ond yn dawel.
    En: He was known to have recently ended a relationship; his thoughts were heavy but silent.

    Cy: Dywedodd Owain, "Fe aeth i edmygu'r golygfeydd, ond y bydd hi'n dod yn ôl yn fuan iawn." Yn dawel yn ei feddwl, roedd Owain yn brwydro â'i bryderon.
    En: Owain said, "She went to admire the views but she'll be back very soon." Quietly in his mind, Owain wrestled with his worries.

    Cy: Cychwynodd y glaw yn ysgafn, yn syfrdanol ond yn gyfarwydd i brofiadau teuluol y gwanwyn yng Nghymru.
    En: The rain began lightly, surprising yet familiar to the family's spring experiences in Wales.

    Cy: Heb oedi llawer, cychwynnodd Owain i adeiladu lloches bach gyda pharasolion a threwyr.
    En: Without much hesitation, Owain started building a small shelter with parasols and towels.

    Cy: Roedd yn gwybod bod cariad a phontydd teuluol angen cysur, hyd yn oed pan fydd tywydd yn annifyr.
    En: He knew that love and family bonds needed comfort, even when the weather was unpleasant.

    Cy: Tra roedd Rhys yn helpu i osod y lloches, bu Owain yn anelu i fyny i ben y clogwyni, yn chwilio am Garys.
    En: While Rhys helped set up the shelter, Owain headed up to the top of the cliffs, looking for Garys.

    Cy: Wrth dicedig â'i theithiwiad, daeth o hyd iddi, sefyll ar gopa'r clogwyni ac edmygu cwymp yr enfys yn y môr pell.
    En: True to her adventurous spirit, he found her standing atop the cliffs, admiring the rainbow falling into the distant sea.

    Cy: "Dydy'r glaw ddim yn fy nharo i, Owain!" gwaeddodd hi, yn wên o glust i glust.
    En: "The rain doesn't bother me, Owain!" she shouted, grinning from ear to ear.

    Cy: Tra ar ei ben ei hun gyda Garys, gwnaeth Owain gyfle i siarad â Rhys.
    En: While alone with Garys, Owain made the opportunity to talk to Rhys.

    Cy: Datguddiodd Rhys ei frwydrau, a chawsant sgwrs calonogol.
    En: Rhys revealed his struggles, and they had an encouraging conversation.

    Cy: Rhoddwyd cymorth a chlocs a viele i strwythurolt y teulu.
    En: They provided support and many hugs, strengthening the family's structure.

    Cy: Daeth sawl linc yn gryfach drwy safle 'i radlonweddau.
    En: Several links became stronger through the kindness shared.

    Cy: Gorffennodd y dydd gyda’r haul yn torri drwy'r cymylau, yn gladdu'r traeth gydag arian llewyrch.
    En: The day ended with the sun breaking through the clouds, bathing the beach in silver light.

    Cy: Cymerodd y teulu'n llawen y cyfle i fwynhau barbeciw bach impromptau, gwyngalchu â chwerthin a sgwrsio tan y ser.
    En: The family happily seized the opportunity to enjoy a small impromptu barbecue, lightening the atmosphere with laughter and chats under the stars.

    Cy: Yn y diwedd, dysgodd Owain bod perffaithrwydd yn glymblaid o faterion bychain a’r pleser o fod gyda'r rhai mwyaf annwyl.
    En: In the end, Owain learned that perfection is an alliance of small matters and the joy of being with those dearest to you.

    Cy: Roedd llwyddiant Owain o wneud i ofal ysbrydol disgleirio'n fwya' fiddefadwy o'r noson garuodd y chwarae gosod rhiwiadau newydd i'r teulu.
    En: Owain's success in making the spiritual care shine was perhaps the most unforgettably rewarding part of the day as new ties were formed for the family.

    Cy: Roedd y golygfoedd yn syndod, ac rodd hir bryetta o waith ar y bythodd di dyfndedd.
    En: The views were surprising, and there was a long breath of work at the depthless blessings.

    Vocabulary Words:
    magnificent: godolig
    coastline: arfordir
    vibrant: bywiog
    subtle: gynnil
    unforgettable: bythgofiadwy
    paced: cerdded
    casting: gyrru
    determined: benderfynol
    adventurous: anturus
    admire: edmygu
    wrestled: brwydro
    hesitation: oedi
    shelter: lloches
    towels: throwyr
    bonds: pontydd
    comfort: cysur
    structured: strwythurolt
    grinning: wên
    encouraging: calonogol
    seized: gymryd
    impromptu: yrdymraeg
    chat: sgwrs
    ally: glymblaid
    spiritual: ysbrydol
    rewarding: fwya' fiddefadwy
    surprising: syfrdanol
    clouds: cymylau
    adventure: antur
    revealed: datguddiodd
    opportunity: cyfle
  • FluentFiction - Welsh

    Embracing Horizons: A Tale of Dreams and New Beginnings

    09/05/2026 | 18 mins.
    Fluent Fiction - Welsh: Embracing Horizons: A Tale of Dreams and New Beginnings
    Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:
    fluentfiction.com/cy/episode/2026-05-09-07-38-19-cy

    Story Transcript:

    Cy: Roedd y dathliad graddio yn y dre enfawr o Mor Tenby yn edrych yn arbennig o brydferth ar y diwrnod hwnnw.
    En: The graduation celebration in the large town of Mor Tenby looked particularly beautiful on that day.

    Cy: Roedd yr haul yn tywynnu yn uchel yn y nen, yn adlewyrchu'r golau trwy'r tonnau mân ar yr arfordir.
    En: The sun was shining high in the sky, reflecting light through the gentle waves on the coast.

    Cy: Gareth oedd y prif gymeriad yma.
    En: Gareth was the main character here.

    Cy: Roedd ef yn sefyll rhwng y myfyrwyr o'i amgylch, ei lygaid yn llenwi â'r awyrgylch y cynulleidfa oedd wedi'u casglu yng nghanol y tref.
    En: He stood among the students around him, his eyes filled with the atmosphere of the audience gathered in the middle of the town.

    Cy: Roedd e wedi bod yn breuddwydio am y funud yma, ond roedd y meddyliau am y dyfodol dal i wneud iddo deimlo'n anesmwyth.
    En: He had been dreaming of this moment, but thoughts of the future still made him feel uneasy.

    Cy: Yn ei ochr, roedd Eleri, ei ffrind gorau.
    En: By his side was Eleri, his best friend.

    Cy: Roedd hi'n falch iawn, ei llygaid yn llawn disgwyliad ar gyfer ei thaith sydd i ddod.
    En: She was very proud, her eyes full of anticipation for her journey to come.

    Cy: Roedd Eleri yn barod i deithio'r byd, i ddarganfod a dysgu, ac yn edrych ymlaen yn arw, tra bod Gareth dal i gwestiynu'r dyfodol.
    En: Eleri was ready to travel the world, to discover and learn, and was looking forward eagerly, while Gareth was still questioning the future.

    Cy: Roedd Eleri'n ymddangos fel petai hi'n barod i wynebu popeth a fyddai'n dod ei ffordd gyda gwen nerthol.
    En: Eleri seemed ready to face everything that would come her way with a strong smile.

    Cy: Cofiodd Gareth am y sgwrs a gafodd gyda'i chwaer iau, Carys, y diwrnod cynt.
    En: Gareth remembered the conversation he had with his younger sister, Carys, the day before.

    Cy: Roedd Carys yn poeni'n ddwys drosto, ofni'r pellter, ofni'r ansicrwydd o fywyd heb ei bresenoldeb yn y cartref.
    En: Carys was deeply worried about him, fearing the distance, fearing the uncertainty of life without his presence at home.

    Cy: Roedd ei siarad hi'n ddigon i berchi calon dyn.
    En: Her words were enough to touch a man's heart.

    Cy: Ond storiodd gadarnhad hefyd.
    En: But they also carried affirmation.

    Cy: Roedd hi nid yn unig yn ofni drosddo ef, ond yn deall ei fod yn dilyn ei freuddwyd.
    En: She not only feared for him but understood that he was following his dream.

    Cy: Wrth sefyll yn y gosodiad cerdded hynafol o gwmpas, cychwynnodd Gareth ei araith.
    En: Standing amidst the ancient walking setup, Gareth began his speech.

    Cy: Wrth eiriau oeddent yn llifo, dechreuodd deimlo rhywbeth newidiol o fewn.
    En: As the words flowed, he started to feel something transformative within.

    Cy: Some o hynny oedd y taur — synn— yn digwyddo.
    En: Some of it was the taur— synn— happening.

    Cy: "Tua dyfodol," clywai ei hun yn dweud.
    En: "Toward the future," he heard himself say.

    Cy: "Nid yw bywyd heb anhawsteron a ddim yn werth ei fyw os na fyddwn yn llywio golygfa newydd i wynebu heriadau newydd.
    En: "Life is not without challenges and not worth living if we don't navigate a new scene to face new challenges."

    Cy: " Eisteddodd ei lygaid ar Eleri, ac yna symudodd eu harlliw i Carys.
    En: His eyes settled on Eleri, and then shifted their gaze to Carys.

    Cy: Wrth iddo orffen, gwyddai Gareth fod y penderfyniad gyda'i gael.
    En: As he finished, Gareth knew the decision was his.

    Cy: Roedd y gyllideb o gymorth Eleri ac calon agored Carys wedi gwthio ei ffydd.
    En: The support of Eleri and the open heart of Carys had bolstered his faith.

    Cy: Roedd Gareth yn dewis yr ansicrwydd, dewis y brifysgol, dewis byw ei freuddwyd.
    En: Gareth chose uncertainty, chose the university, chose to live his dream.

    Cy: Ar derfyn y seremoni, roedd Gareth yn teimlo fel cymeriad ysbrydoledig, rhywun a welodd ei nod distadl iddo ef.
    En: At the end of the ceremony, Gareth felt like an inspired character, someone who had seen his unspoken goal.

    Cy: A phan y chwythodd gwynt o'r mor yn curo'r hen ddinas gyda rhyddid o heddiw, gwyddodd Gareth fod y byd ar gychwyn sydd ymlaen ar ei lwybr newydd.
    En: And when a breeze from the sea blew against the old town with a freedom from today, Gareth knew the world lay ahead on his new path.

    Cy: Dim ond dechrau oedd pawb.
    En: It was only the beginning for everyone.

    Cy: Roedd edrychiadau Tenby ar y gorwel enfawr, yn adlewyrchu'r posibiliadau digonol.
    En: The views of Tenby on the vast horizon reflected endless possibilities.

    Cy: Ymddiswyddodd Gareth yn nydd newydd, wrth genfigennu cic-o frasd yn y môr, gyda meddwl bod ef am wneud iawn.
    En: Gareth embraced the new day, with a brisk kick in the ocean, with the thought that he was going to make it right.

    Cy: Roedd ei fwg yn llachar, a'i gamau yn gadarn: roedd y dyfodol am adleisio drosdonno, ac ef a fyddai'n barod.
    En: His gaze was bright, and his steps firm: the future was to echo over him, and he would be ready.

    Cy: Carys a Eleri doeth yn gweiddi cefnog.
    En: Carys and Eleri shouted in support.

    Cy: Roedd y pellter yn ddim o acswn yn stoenedig â chariad a pharch.
    En: The distance was no longer an obstacle, steeped in love and respect.

    Cy: Roedden nhw ar fin gwybuddo'r prynhawn pell.
    En: They were about to discover the distant afternoon.

    Cy: Roedd popeth erbyn yn glir.
    En: Everything was now clear.

    Vocabulary Words:
    celebration: dathliad
    graduation: graddio
    reflection: adlewyrchiad
    uneasy: anesmwyth
    anticipation: disgwyliad
    journey: taith
    discover: darganfod
    conversation: sgwrs
    hearts: calonau
    affirmation: cadarnhad
    gathered: casglu
    transformative: newidiol
    challenges: heriadau
    breeze: gwynt
    horizon: gorwel
    possibilities: posibiliadau
    inspired: ysbrydoledig
    support: cymorth
    obstacle: acswn
    freedom: rhyddid
    ancient: hynafol
    uncertainty: ansicrwydd
    decision: penderfyniad
    gaze: edrychiad
    firm: cadarn
    navigate: llywio
    audience: cynulleidfa
    scene: golygfa
    faith: ffydd
    brisk: brys
  • FluentFiction - Welsh

    From Campus Doubts to Career Triumph: A Friendship's Journey

    08/05/2026 | 18 mins.
    Fluent Fiction - Welsh: From Campus Doubts to Career Triumph: A Friendship's Journey
    Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:
    fluentfiction.com/cy/episode/2026-05-08-22-34-02-cy

    Story Transcript:

    Cy: Yn nghanol y gampws prysur o Brifysgol Tech Abertawe, hedfanodd ambell benben ar draws y cerddi blodau.
    En: In the middle of the busy campus of Prifysgol Tech Abertawe, a few daisies fluttered across the flower gardens.

    Cy: Roedd yr aer yn chwim a braf, yn ddiweddar wedi clirio o law mis Mawrth.
    En: The air was brisk and pleasant, recently cleared of March rain.

    Cy: Roedd yr ŷd hynod ar y campws, a’r adeiladau siâp modern yn creu cyferbyniad gyda’r blodau newydd.
    En: The unique cornfield on the campus, and the modern-shaped buildings created a contrast with the fresh flowers.

    Cy: Roedd Eira yn eistedd yn y llyfrgell, llyfrau wedi'u taenu o'i chwmpas.
    En: Eira was sitting in the library, books scattered around her.

    Cy: Roedd ei chalon yn curo'n sydyn.
    En: Her heart was pounding quickly.

    Cy: Roedd gwyddoniaeth cyfrifiadurol yn ei hanadl diweddaraf.
    En: Computer science was in its final breath for her.

    Cy: Roedd rhaid iddi berfformio'n dda. Nid yn unig i basio’r arholiadau terfynol ond i sicrhau interniaeth breintiedig yn y cwmni tech enwog oedd hi’n breuddwydio gweithio iddo.
    En: She had to perform well—not only to pass the final exams but to secure the prestigious internship at the famous tech company she dreamed of working for.

    Cy: Yn ei chiw terfynol, roedd pryder yn rhwystro ei chanolbwyntio.
    En: In her final queue, anxiety was hindering her focus.

    Cy: Craciodd bysedd ei dwylo o dan y bwrdd.
    En: She cracked her fingers beneath the table.

    Cy: Roeddent yn oerni, fel iâ y bore cyntaf y gwanwyn.
    En: They were cold, like ice on the first morning of spring.

    Cy: Mewn eiliad, roedd hi'n penderfynu.
    En: In a moment, she made a decision.

    Cy: Gan dynnu anadl ddofn, cododd ei phen.
    En: Taking a deep breath, she lifted her head.

    Cy: Anghofiodd gynnig am help Gareth, ei chyfaill mwyaf medrus ond diog.
    En: She forgot to ask for help from Gareth, her most skillful but lazy friend.

    Cy: Gareth oedd yr un hynny sy’n llwyddo heb ymdrech fawr.
    En: Gareth was the kind who succeeded without much effort.

    Cy: Roedd dalgylch ei amcen i feddwl bryd hynny am gynlluniau mawr yr haf, yn lle ei lyfrau.
    En: His mind was then focused on big plans for the summer, instead of his books.

    Cy: Ond roedd ganddo lwyth o wybodaeth a awgrymiadau cywir i gynnig.
    En: But he had a wealth of knowledge and accurate tips to offer.

    Cy: Roedd Eira yn gwybod hyn a phenderfynodd ei ofyn yn uniongyrchol.
    En: Eira knew this and decided to ask him directly.

    Cy: "Hey, Gareth," galwodd Eira, "Gallet ti helpu fi gyda'r ystudiaeth?"
    En: "Hey, Gareth," called Eira, "Could you help me with the studying?"

    Cy: Roedd Gareth yn edrych drosodd, yn fud.
    En: Gareth looked over, silently.

    Cy: Roedd gan y tri gwen ar ei wyneb.
    En: He had a big grin on his face.

    Cy: Roedd yn gwybod y pwysigrwydd.
    En: He understood the importance.

    Cy: "Swnio'n dda," meddai.
    En: "Sounds good," he said.

    Cy: "Gad i ni roi gorau gyda’i gilydd."
    En: "Let's conquer this together."

    Cy: Y noson cyn yr arholiad caletaf, darganfod Gareth a Eira eu hadn't oherwydd eu hymroddiad.
    En: The night before the hardest exam, Gareth and Eira found their resilience due to their dedication.

    Cy: Daliau a wnaed i hyd yr oriau mân gyda phaned arllwys paned.
    En: They pressed on into the early hours with a pour of tea.

    Cy: Wrth i flynyddoedd o wybodaeth ddod i’r pen, teimlodd Eira brotest o wyth a lliniaru ei phryder.
    En: As years of knowledge came to a head, Eira felt a sense of protest giving way to easing her anxiety.

    Cy: Daeth y diwrnod mawr.
    En: The big day came.

    Cy: Roedd yr arholiad, ar ôl lots o dryliau, yn esmwythiant o'u gwaith caled.
    En: The exam, after lots of drills, was a smoothing of their hard work.

    Cy: Teimlasai yn eu llygaid bod rhywbeth wedi newid.
    En: They felt in their eyes that something had changed.

    Cy: Roedd Eira yn llwyddo, roedd hi wedi gwneud cwis anodd.
    En: Eira succeeded; she had completed a difficult quiz.

    Cy: Mae Gareth hefyd wedi cynnal ei drydedd reid trwy anffordd.
    En: Gareth also maintained his third run through the difficult path.

    Cy: Diwrnod wedi, derbyniodd Eira newyddion da llawn llaw.
    En: A day later, Eira received wonderful news.

    Cy: Cafodd ei derbyn i'r interniaeth breintiedig.
    En: She was accepted into the prestigious internship.

    Cy: Roedd wrth ei bodd, aeth â’r newydd i Gareth.
    En: She was overjoyed and took the news to Gareth.

    Cy: Dwedodd ganddo ei ddiolch mil o weithiau.
    En: She thanked him a thousand times.

    Cy: Roedd hi'n gwybod na fyddai wedi llwyddo heb ei gefnogaeth ef.
    En: She knew she wouldn't have succeeded without his support.

    Cy: Ar ddechrau’r haf, eisteddodd Eira a Gareth ar y mainc yn y ffordd.
    En: At the start of the summer, Eira and Gareth sat on the bench by the road.

    Cy: Soddasant i mewn i sibrwd y coed a gwenodd y ddau.
    En: They sank into the whisper of the trees and both smiled.

    Cy: Eira wedi dysgu pwysigrwydd gofyn am help.
    En: Eira had learned the importance of asking for help.

    Cy: Dysgodd Gareth pa mor bleserus y gallai ymdrechu fod wrth gefnogi ffrind.
    En: Gareth learned how enjoyable it could be to make an effort while supporting a friend.

    Cy: Yn yr ymboeniad a’r rhialtwch, canfuwyd cyngor.
    En: In the anxiety and hustle, advice was found.

    Cy: Ac ar gampws odidog Abertawe, camodd dau ffrind wrth eu gilydd.
    En: And on the magnificent campus of Abertawe, two friends stepped out together.

    Vocabulary Words:
    campus: campws
    daisies: penben
    fluttered: hedfanodd
    brisk: chwim
    unique: hynod
    contrast: cyferbyniad
    pounding: curo
    prestigious: breintiedig
    anxiety: pryder
    hindering: rhwystro
    skillful: medrus
    resilience: andwywedd
    dedication: ymroddiad
    easing: lliniaru
    protest: brotest
    smoothing: esmwythiant
    accepted: derbyniodd
    internship: interniaeth
    overjoyed: wrth ei bodd
    support: cefnogaeth
    whisper: sibrwd
    effort: ymdrechu
    hustle: rhialtwch
    advice: cyngor
    magnificent: odidog
    secure: sicrhau
    focus: canolbwyntio
    drills: tryliau
    wonderful: llawn llaw
  • FluentFiction - Welsh

    From Doubt to Determination: Dafydd's Robotics Revelation

    08/05/2026 | 17 mins.
    Fluent Fiction - Welsh: From Doubt to Determination: Dafydd's Robotics Revelation
    Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:
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    Story Transcript:

    Cy: Yn llawn o gynhesrwydd gwanwyn, mae enaid y ddinas yn amlygu yn y "Canolfan Arloesi Ddigidol Caerdydd".
    En: Full of the warmth of spring, the soul of the city is manifesting at the "Canolfan Arloesi Ddigidol Caerdydd".

    Cy: Mae'r lle yn orlawn gyda'r dechnoleg ddiweddaraf.
    En: The place is bustling with the latest technology.

    Cy: Cafodd y lle ei addurno â baneri disglair a stondinau rhyngweithiol.
    En: The location was adorned with bright banners and interactive stands.

    Cy: Mae'r sain o wydrau'n taro yn byrfyfyr wrth bobl yn trafod pob math o syniadau gwych.
    En: The sound of glasses clinking improvised as people discussed all sorts of brilliant ideas.

    Cy: Yn hyn o bryd, roedd Dafydd, peiriannydd ifanc gyda'u robotiaid newydd, yn crwydro'r fynedfa mewn pryder.
    En: At this moment, Dafydd, a young engineer with his new robots, was wandering the entrance anxiously.

    Cy: Mae'r digwyddiad yn gyfle perffaith i gwrdd â dylunwyr, entrepreneuriaid a buddsoddwyr tech di-ri, ond roedd gweld pobl mor hyderus yn aflonyddu ar Dafydd.
    En: The event is a perfect opportunity to meet countless designers, entrepreneurs, and tech investors, but seeing such confident people unsettled Dafydd.

    Cy: Er bod ei gynlluniau'n addewidion mawr, roedd hunan-amheuaeth yn ymweld ag ef fel awyr lwyd.
    En: Although his plans hold great promise, self-doubt visited him like a gray sky.

    Cy: Yn ansylweddol, mae ei lygaid yn darganfod Megan, buddsoddiwr amlwg.
    En: Insubstantially, his eyes found Megan, a prominent investor.

    Cy: Roedd hi yn ei hwyliau, trafod â Rhys, un o'r prif swyddogion tech o gystadleuaeth arall.
    En: She was in her element, discussing with Rhys, one of the chief tech officers from another competitor.

    Cy: Gwelodd Dafydd eu bod yn gwên a gwath yn dwfn mewn sgyrsiau, a theimlai leiafrif ymhlith ceffylau mawr fel cadarn.
    En: Dafydd saw that they were deep in conversation, and he felt a minority among such major players.

    Cy: Mae'r awyr gyda phobl yn mwynhau a chyfarchiadau'n codi dryswch yn ei feddwl ond gwybodai bod rhaid iddo fanteisio ar y cyfle.
    En: The atmosphere with people enjoying themselves and greetings being exchanged caused confusion in his mind, but he knew he had to seize the opportunity.

    Cy: Wrth i'r digwyddiad noson rwydweithio gychwyn, dechreuodd afreolaeth ddatblygu i gyffro a hwyl y peth gyda phobl.
    En: As the networking evening event kicked off, trepidation began to evolve into excitement and enjoyment with the people.

    Cy: Yn llwyddiannus, daeth ail a'r llwyfan â ffwrn newydd iddo ef.
    En: Successfully, a new platform opened to him.

    Cy: Efallai gyda sawr gyfoeth drapiant yn gwrando, agorodd ei dafod Dafydd wrth ddod o hyd i Megan, yn ei leoliad preifat.
    En: Perhaps with the wealth's trickling scent listening, Dafydd found his voice when he found Megan in her private spot.

    Cy: "Megan," meddai gyda phenderfyniad yn ei lais, "mae gennyf fasnach arloesol a fydd yn trawsnewid diwydiant robotiaid.
    En: "Megan," he said with determination in his voice, "I have an innovative trade that will transform the robotics industry.

    Cy: Mae'n cynnig datrysiadau unigryw i broblemau critigol, ac rwy'n credu mewn ei botensial.
    En: It offers unique solutions to critical problems, and I believe in its potential."

    Cy: "Awr arolygwyd ayyb, ésyd y cyfarfod mewn unrhyw newydd a phwyllaa o speechless yn gladdeiradion.
    En: An hour or so went by in which everyone was exhausted and speechless with the blending of new ideas and assessments.

    Cy: Wrth i Megan edrych yn astud ar ei lygaid, gwelodd awyr o benderfyniad ac angerdd.
    En: As Megan looked intently into his eyes, she saw an aura of determination and passion.

    Cy: Argraffiwyd ganddynt a chytuno i gwrdd â Dafydd ar gyfer trafodaethau pellach.
    En: Impressed by them, she agreed to meet Dafydd for further discussions.

    Cy: Pan adewodd y safle, nid Dafydd oedd yr un person a aeth i mewn.
    En: When he left the venue, Dafydd was not the same person who had entered.

    Cy: Roedd wedi dysgu y gallai llwyddiant ddod i'r rhai sy'n ymdrechu, hyd yn oed pan mae’r daith yn ymddangos yn anodd.
    En: He had learned that success could come to those who strive, even when the journey seems difficult.

    Cy: Roedd gan yr enaid ifanc newydd ni ddymuniad ond effaith wrth i seren meddwl a hwyl eu ffrindiau newydd sbarduno tan mewn sylwadleiddion.
    En: The young soul now had no wish but impact as the thoughts and enjoyment of his new friends ignited a spark within him.

    Cy: Roedd yn addo na fyddai byth yn codi awch pan aeth am y goruchafiaeth hwn maes newydd.
    En: He promised never to be dismissive when reaching for greatness in this new field.

    Cy: Roedd y cyfarfod hwn wedi newid y cyfan.
    En: This meeting had changed everything.

    Cy: Roedd yn ddiwedd gwych i ddiwrnod llawn gwersi am ddewrder a chyfleoedd.
    En: It was a perfect ending to a day full of lessons about courage and opportunities.

    Cy: Roedd Dafydd yn barod i wynebu'r byd gyda hyder a llawn obaith am ddyfodol ddisglair i'w dechnoleg.
    En: Dafydd was ready to face the world with confidence and full of hope for a bright future for his technology.

    Vocabulary Words:
    manifesting: yn amlygu
    bustling: orlawn
    adorned: addurno
    clinking: yn taro
    improvised: byrfyfyr
    wandering: crwydro
    anxiously: mewn pryder
    countless: di-ri
    entrepreneurs: entrepreneuriaid
    unsettled: aflonyddu
    self-doubt: hunan-amheuaeth
    prominent: amlwg
    confusion: dryswch
    seize: manteisio
    networking: rwydweithio
    trepidation: afreolaeth
    evolve: datblygu
    determination: penderfyniad
    innovative: arloesol
    critical: critigol
    assessments: arolygiadau
    intently: yn astud
    exhausted: blinedig
    speechless: amwys
    ignited: sbarduno
    dismissive: anwybyddus
    strive: ymdrechu
    courage: dewrder
    opportunities: cyfleoedd
    confidence: hyder

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