Hello in Welsh - Welsh for Hello
Welsh for Hello
There are a number of different forms of Welsh for Hello depending on location and formality. Here are some examples.
- Helô/Hylô - Hello and can be used as formal and informal greetings.
- Sut mae (North Wales) or Shwmae (South/West Wales) - Literally meaning "how is it", they are used in everyday life as a standard greeting alongside the more informal "Helô" when you meet someone.
- Haia - very informal greeting that can be heard all over Wales. It is identical to the English hiya.
- Ti'n iawn? - very similar to the English "Alright".
- Helô/Hylô, sut mae - Hello, how are you.
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