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Posted: 05-Oct-2005, 07:05 AM
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Helo Anhrefn. Shwti?
How's your Welsh coming along? What do you use? Did you practise any Welsh while you were here?

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Posted: 05-Oct-2005, 07:27 AM
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i've been using the bbc - wales learn welsh program. i wish i would've found it before i went over there. i got some book/tape thingy to learn the language before my trip but, it was a dreadful learning program.
yepyep, i did manage to practice a wee bit of my welsh while i was there. not as much as i would've liked, though. the vocabulary and pronounciation came pretty easily - it was the syntax and grammar that got me (and still do). i'd so much like to be able to hold an actual welsh conversation by the next time i get myself over there...


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Posted: 05-Oct-2005, 08:25 AM
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Shwmae, Anhrefn. Croeso i'r fforwm. Glad to have you.

I've been using Learn Welsh too. I also made a mitake in choosing the wrong material at the beginning! Right now I'm looking for a good program for a pre-intermediate level.

I hope you'll frequent the Welsh section. Hwyl am y tro.


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Posted: 05-Oct-2005, 12:41 PM
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Hello again Anhrefn, glad you came over to the Welsh area! Croeso unwaith eto. Like Siarls says, you'll find this is a good place to practice your Welsh. I'm sure you've seen the Beginner's Welsh board where we practice. Please take a tour aroud the various Welsh boards if you haven't already, both in Celtic Nations/Wales and Celtic Languages/Welsh. There are language Q&A boards and practice boards. Glad you're here!

Gwenynen, have you looked at Intermediate Welsh by Gareth King? I'm not recommending it since I haven't seen it, but was wondering if you'd looked it over and what you think of it.

I've been looking alot at David Thorne's book since I've been interested in literary Welsh - I just love the way it works. What books are you using now for the somewhere-around-early-intermediate level? That's about where I consider myself too.



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Posted: 05-Oct-2005, 03:06 PM
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Aw, Antwn, if you're early intermediate, I'm still mid beginner!

I've finished Lloyds in Learn Welsh (while using various other materials) and tried Cam Ymlaen. But I'm not sure if it's what I want to work on. They use Mi and Fe at the beginning of affirmative sentenses but I've learned without them so far. I guess some people use them and some don't. They are so confusing that I don't know what to do.

I just read some reviews on G King's Intermediate Welsh. I do have Modern Welsh by him. It's very thorough but maybe too much information for some learners (like me!) His example sentences are so hard!

So for now, I use this and that of what I already have (such as Teach Yourself Welsh, easy books, CDs, etc) plus things on the internet.

What I really want and need is a Welsh class!
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Posted: 05-Oct-2005, 03:39 PM
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Heini Gruffydd's Welsh Talk I'm sure will be a huge help. It is simple and helpful.
You already know fy mod i'n etc. So, you're to a good level.

I shall go in search of some good books in my library tomorrow. And get some advice off lecturers. As yet, I still have not met Heini Gruffydd!

I wish I could give you some in-person lessons as they are far more constructive than online forums. I did record some Welsh for you all, but my vanity took over - as I hate the sound of my own voice.
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Posted: 05-Oct-2005, 08:18 PM
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O, Siarls! Paid dweud peth fel na! Don't throw it away! Anfona hynny ata i, plîs! Your voice always sounds funny to yoursef when you hear your recorded voice.
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Posted: 06-Oct-2005, 10:29 AM
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I can empathize Siarls, I also hate the sound of my recorded voice. Yeah, it sure would be nice to have access to regular Welsh classes. Its strange that with so much Celtic influence and immigration to this country that classes in Celtic languages should be so rare here.
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Posted: 06-Oct-2005, 12:34 PM
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It is a shame and I'm surprised at people abandoning their Welsh heritage... here in Wales too.
Welsh classes are everywhere here though. In my opinion, still not enough people learning!

Ok, I shall build up the courage and try and get something clear and nice-sounding!
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Posted: 06-Oct-2005, 01:19 PM
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Hwre, Siarls! biggrin.gif
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Posted: 24-Oct-2005, 11:06 AM
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Hello Everyone.
I thought maybe I should update you all. Susieg is extremely busy at the moment, so she has asked me to take over as forum leader here. Macfive supported the change!
WELCOME TO THE WALES FORUM!

And best wishes and good health to Susieg and her family. xxx

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Posted: 24-Oct-2005, 06:27 PM
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Great! Thank you Siarls. You are the very right person for take over the job. And best wishes for Susanna.
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Posted: 25-Oct-2005, 10:17 AM
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I agree, you're the perfect choice Siarls. Llongyfarchiadau! Maybe we can expand the Welsh language usage here too - efallai?

My best wishes to SuzieQ and family also.
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Siarls 
Posted: 31-Oct-2005, 11:14 AM
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I shall see what is said about using Welsh in here. Topics on grammar and learning however should remain in the language section!
What do you have in mind, Antwn?
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Posted: 06-Dec-2005, 01:08 AM
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Hi Everyone

I would just like to give a brief introduction of myself to this forum.

I am now learning Welsh and have been doing so for the past 8 months. My progress is slow but I am getting there and really enjoying myself as I regain my “lost” culture.

Although originally from Wales I now live in Western Australia and I am learning mostly through the BBC sites which are very helpful and reading and listening to whatever I can. I am isolated in my learning here in Aussie but am determined to get there.

It is somewhat sad that I never learnt it as a child but then opportunities to learn Welsh were either non existent or almost frowned upon. What a glorious difference there is now in Wales with the progress of teaching this great language.

Michael.


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