Beginner’s Guide to Welsh Noun Mutations: Exercises

Understanding Welsh noun mutations is a fundamental step in mastering the Welsh language. These mutations, which involve the initial consonant of a word changing under certain grammatical conditions, can seem daunting to beginners. However, with practice and the right exercises, you can become proficient in recognizing and using these patterns. This guide is designed to provide you with a series of exercises that will help you understand and apply Welsh noun mutations in various contexts, from everyday conversation to more formal writing. Our exercises are structured to gradually build your confidence and knowledge. Starting with the basic rules and examples, you will move through increasingly complex scenarios where mutations occur. Each exercise is crafted to reinforce your understanding and help you internalize the rules governing these changes. Whether you are just starting out or looking to refine your skills, this guide offers a comprehensive approach to mastering Welsh noun mutations, ensuring you can navigate the language with greater ease and accuracy.

Exercise 1

1. Mae e'n *mynd* i'r ysgol (verb for movement).

2. Dw i'n *hoffi* bwyta afalau (verb for liking).

3. Roedd y tŷ yn *fawr* iawn (adjective for size).

4. Mae hi'n *darllen* llyfr ar y traeth (verb for reading).

5. Dw i'n *gweld* y ci yn y parc (verb for seeing).

6. Mae'r plant yn *chwarae* yn yr ardd (verb for playing).

7. Mae'r athro yn *siarad* Cymraeg yn y dosbarth (verb for speaking).

8. Mae hi'n *prynu* bara yn y siop (verb for buying).

9. Dw i'n *ysgrifennu* llythyr at fy ffrind (verb for writing).

10. Mae'r cath yn *eistedd* ar y cadeirydd (verb for sitting).

Exercise 2

1. Mae *ci* yn y tŷ (noun for dog).

2. Roedd e'n *mynd* i'r ysgol (verb for going).

3. Dw i'n hoffi *coffi* yn y bore (drink in the morning).

4. Mae hi'n *ddysgu* Cymraeg (verb for learning).

5. Mae'r *plant* yn chwarae yn y parc (noun for children).

6. Roedd hi'n *fwyta* cinio (verb for eating).

7. Dw i'n *darllen* llyfr (verb for reading).

8. Mae'r *draig* yn hedfan (noun for dragon).

9. Roedd e'n *gweithio* yn y swyddfa (verb for working).

10. Mae hi'n *nofio* yn y pwll (verb for swimming).

Exercise 3

1. Mae hi'n *bwyta* afal (verb for eating).

2. Mae'r ci yn *gweld* y gath (verb for seeing).

3. Rydw i'n *darllen* llyfr (verb for reading).

4. Mae e'n *mynd* i'r ysgol (verb for going).

5. Mae hi'n *siarad* Cymraeg (verb for speaking).

6. Mae'r plant yn *chwarae* yn yr ardd (verb for playing).

7. Rydyn ni'n *gwneud* gwaith cartref (verb for doing).

8. Mae'r dyn yn *canu* cân (verb for singing).

9. Mae hi'n *ysgrifennu* llythyr (verb for writing).

10. Mae'r athro yn *dysgu* dosbarth (verb for teaching).