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  • Against the Gale: A Tribute to the Mountains of Cymru

    Against the Gale: A Tribute to the Mountains of Cymru
    Mar 1 2026
    Fluent Fiction - Welsh: Against the Gale: A Tribute to the Mountains of Cymru Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/cy/episode/2026-03-01-08-38-20-cy Story Transcript:Cy: Mae’r gwynt yn rhuo fel llew yn lladron y dyffryn.En: The wind roared like a lion in the valleys of the gorge.Cy: Mae Gareth, gyda'i gwallt yn noethlymun, yn dadlau â'r rhew am bob cam o ffordd.En: Gareth, with his hair wild in the gale, argued with the frost for every step of the way.Cy: Ar y cyntaf o Fawrth, Dydd Gŵyl Dewi, roedd ganddo ddymuniad cryf i sefyll ar ben mynydd yr Wyddfa, teyrnged i'w gysylltiad â Chymru.En: On the first of March, Dydd Gŵyl Dewi, he had a strong desire to stand atop mynydd yr Wyddfa as a tribute to his connection with Cymru.Cy: "Rydyn ni'n gallu gwneud hyn!" medda Gareth yn bendant.En: "We can do this!" Gareth said resolutely.Cy: Roedd Rhys, gwneud y mwyaf o'r syn fyfyrgar, yn cydio eto yn ei esgid mynydd eira, edrych o gwmpas i weld Eleri, sydd, yn fwy awgrymog, yn sychu’r eira o’i thrwyn.En: Rhys, ever the thoughtful type, was fastening his snow boot again while glancing around to see Eleri, who was more suggestively wiping snow from her nose.Cy: “Mae’n rhaid i ni fynd yn ôl, Gareth," meddai hi'n ysgafn ond taer.En: "We have to go back, Gareth," she said gently but insistently.Cy: "Nid yw'r tywydd yn gwella."En: "The weather isn't improving."Cy: Gareth edrychodd i lawr ar yr eira sy’n tyfu’n fwy trwm.En: Gareth looked down at the snow growing heavier.Cy: "Mae hyn yn rhy bwysig i ni i'w adael," meddai'n berswadiol, llais yn drwm â chymysgedd o siom a penderfyniad.En: "This is too important for us to abandon," he said persuasively, his voice heavy with a mix of disappointment and determination.Cy: Wrth iddyn nhw symud ymlaen, ymdaenodd y gwynt ei adenydd eira drostynt, cuddio’r llwybr.En: As they moved on, the wind spread its snowy wings over them, obscuring the path.Cy: Roedd y safle bellach ar gael fel breuddwyd gerwin; rhywle dros ben i’r cymylau, rhywle goruwch y talcenau iâ llachar.En: The summit had become like a rough dream; somewhere above the clouds, somewhere beyond the bright ice facades.Cy: Penderfynodd Gareth drwy’r blizzard, "Dim arna i fod yn llwgr o’m balchder."En: Gareth decided through the blizzard, "I will not be corrupted by my pride."Cy: Roedd risg i bob cam, ond roedd ei fryd yn gadarn.En: There was risk with every step, but his will was firm.Cy: “Yma, Gareth!” galwodd Rhys, ei lais wedi’i golli’n rhannol yn y sŵn.En: "Here, Gareth!" called Rhys, his voice partly lost in the noise.Cy: Pan colliodd Gareth olwg ar y llwybr, y panic fe dorrodd fel rhaniad yn ei fynedfa ddi-ymwad.En: When Gareth lost sight of the path, panic broke like a fracture through his unyielding resolve.Cy: Ymhlith y gwynt, gwelodd ei ffrindiau, chwilfrydig ac yn eu dal eu hunain, eu hwynebau’n las o’r oerfel.En: Amidst the wind, he saw his friends, curious and holding on to themselves, their faces blue from the cold.Cy: Trodd Gareth ychydig, ac agorodd ei lyged am eiliad, gan sylweddoli bod y cysylltiadau annwyl hyn yn bwysicach na phobog.En: Gareth turned slightly, and opened his eyes for a moment, realizing that these dear connections were more important than any peak.Cy: "Dewch," fe falfodd wrthynt.En: "Come," he mouthed to them.Cy: "Llefyshwn gyda'n gilydd, nid yn unig fel dringo ond fel ein cartref a'n cysg."En: "Let's share this together, not just as a climb but as our home and refuge."Cy: A thrwy ganllaw’r un dau hyn, arafant ac yn ofalus, diflannodd oddi wrth yr eira.En: And with the guidance of these two, slowly and carefully, they disappeared from the snow.Cy: Ar ffin y mynyddoedd, fe wnaethon nhw sylweddoli cyflawn syrniaeth y sefyllfa, natur teyrnged hynafol Cymru oedd yn fwy nag unrhyw fan benodol, unrhyw ddiwrnod penodol.En: At the edge of the mountains, they realized the complete purity of the situation, the nature of an ancient Welsh tribute that was more than any specific place, any particular day.Cy: Gadawodd y ffrindiau Snowdonia gyda chyfrifoldeb newydd, cysylltu cryfach a dealltwriaeth ddofn o’u gilydd—a thu hwnt i gopa mynyddoedd y genedl.En: The friends left Snowdonia with a new responsibility, a stronger connection, and a deep understanding of each other—and beyond the heights of the nation's mountains.Cy: Roedd y safle a’r profiad wedi ennill y dydd, yn hawddach teitl o fawrder bywyd ei hun.En: The summit and the experience had won the day, easily claiming the title of life's true greatness. Vocabulary Words:roared: rhuogorge: lladronvalleys: dyffryngale: noethlymunfastening: cydiogently: ysgafninsistently: taerobscuring: cuddiosummit: saflefacades: talcenaublizzard: blizzardcorrupted: llwgrpride: balchderfirm: gadarnpanic: panicfracture: rhaniadunyielding: ddi-ymwadcurious: chwilfrydigconnections: cysylltiadaurefuge: cysgguidance: canllawdisappeared: diflannoddedge: ffinpurity: syrniaethtribute...
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    14 min
  • Embracing Imperfection: A Family Reunion in Cymru

    Embracing Imperfection: A Family Reunion in Cymru
    Feb 28 2026
    Fluent Fiction - Welsh: Embracing Imperfection: A Family Reunion in Cymru Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/cy/episode/2026-02-28-23-34-02-cy Story Transcript:Cy: Mae'r haul yn llewygu dros y dref fach yng nghefn gwlad Cymru.En: The sun is setting over the small town in rural Cymru.Cy: Mae'r glaw'n diferu'n araf o'r to synhwyrol yn y neuadd leol.En: The rain drips slowly from the sensible roof of the local hall.Cy: Mae Gareth ac Eleri yn sefyll wrth y drws, yn edrych ar y llun peintio o fywyd teuluol eu hunain.En: Gareth and Eleri stand by the door, looking at the painted picture of their own family life.Cy: Er gwaethaf y ddiffyg wres yn y llun, mae Eleri'n medru gweld gobaith yn y tirlun clir, tra bo Gareth yn powtian, yn sydyn ei dŷn, yn poeni am yr aduniad sydd i ddod.En: Despite the lack of warmth in the picture, Eleri can see hope in the clear landscape, while Gareth broods, suddenly tense, worrying about the reunion to come.Cy: Mae'r neuadd yn hen a braidd yn lwmp, gyda ffenestri mawr sy'n wasgarog ac yn llawn iâ.En: The hall is old and somewhat bulky, with large windows that are sparse and full of ice.Cy: Yn ystafell mawr, mae byrddau wedi'u gosod gyda cacennau Cymreig a chiwpaned o de poeth.En: In the large room, tables have been set with Welsh cakes and cups of hot tea.Cy: Ceisiant greu awyrgylch cartrefol gyda'r perarogl o baned cynnes yn ceisio cuddio'r tensiwn sy'n drwm yn yr aer.En: They attempt to create a homely atmosphere with the scent of a warm cuppa trying to hide the heavy tension in the air.Cy: "Wyt ti'n meddwl bydd y'n gweithio?En: "Do you think it will work?"Cy: " gofynna Eleri yn obeithiol.En: Eleri asks hopefully.Cy: "Paratoi yw allwedd, Eleri.En: "Preparation is key, Eleri.Cy: Heb hynny, y lle yma fydd fel Maes Y Gwyntoedd," mae Gareth yn ateb, yn dangos enw’r barn o'r sefyllfa gythreulig amherffaith yma.En: Without it, this place will be like Maes Y Gwyntoedd," Gareth replies, highlighting his judgment of the imperfect, chaotic situation here.Cy: Ond mae rhyw wres yn ei galon yn plygu i'w chwaer bach, sy'n awr yn cynnig ei dŷ a gobaith.En: But there's a warmth in his heart bending to his little sister, who is now offering her home and hope.Cy: Pan ddaw'r teulu ynghyd, mae'n ychydig yn anodd i bob un osgoi'r danau wrth y tabl.En: When the family gathers, it's a bit difficult for everyone to avoid the fires at the table.Cy: Mae Gareth wedi paratoi dull o bennu cyfarwyddiadau a gwaith i bawb.En: Gareth has prepared a way to assign directions and tasks to everyone.Cy: Er mai nodda'n gweithredol, mae'n tro'n falch gweld ychydig o gysylltiad rhwng rhai, ond ar y funud ar fwyaf gwael - yn oriau’r aduniad, mae'r pellter hir o saeth yn cyfleu rhwng ei rieni yn cydnabod.En: Although aiming to be effective, he's somewhat proud to see a bit of connection between some, but at the most critical moment - during the reunion hours, the long distance of arrows between his parents is acknowledged.Cy: Mae Eleri'n dod ag esgidiau o serchiad, ond mae'n ymddangos fel cenfigen sy'n dymchwel ei huchelgais, wrth iddi geisio galw'r cynulliad i adfywiad teuluol gyda gweithgareddau emosiynol.En: Eleri brings shoes of affection, but it appears as if jealousy is toppling her ambition, as she tries to rally the assembly to familial revival with emotional activities.Cy: Mae Gareth yn baldorddu mewn ymdrech i feddalu'r temprau, ond un cwbwl meddygol yn torri.En: Gareth blabbers in an attempt to soften the tempers, but one full diagnosis breaks.Cy: Mae’r digwyddiadau'n rhedeg, ac mae telerau Gareth yn toddi fel gwallt eira od.En: Events run, and Gareth's terms melt like unusual snowflakes.Cy: Ar hyn o bryd, mae ei chwaer yn gweld y gymod bach sy'n digwydd rhwng cyplau o aelodau'r teulu.En: At this time, his sister sees the small reconciliation happening between a couple of family members.Cy: Mae hyn, er yn ddibwys, yn dangos gobaith gwell cras na dim.En: This, although trifling, indicates a better hope than none.Cy: Mae llacharedd yn toddi'n gyson a Gareth yn dechrau deall na all pawb gytuno, na gall byth rheoli popeth.En: The brightness melts steadily and Gareth begins to understand that not everyone can agree, nor can he ever control everything.Cy: Pan orffennodd y prynhawn, roedd y celyn a'r caiac cynefin gyda llachar lliw haul sy'n lavareddu o'u hochor, ac mae Gareth yn gafael yn meddwi.En: When the afternoon ended, the holly and the familiar kayak with the bright color of the sun shining from their side, and Gareth grapples with intoxication.Cy: Mae'n wynebu'r seryddion sydd ar frig eu awyrgylch llygad-dyn, yn disgwyl gweld meddal fydd barn y byd.En: He faces the astronomers high in their skyward ambiance, expecting to see the world's gentle judgment.Cy: Yn cerdded gyda’i gilydd, gyda llodau llwybr dan fotymau.En: Walking together, with path buttons under their feet.Cy: Mae'n gwasgu llaw'i chwaer, yn dawnsio bysedd er mwyn boddi o dan wynt yn ...
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    17 min
  • A Legacy Challenged: Rhys's Fight for Family Recognition

    A Legacy Challenged: Rhys's Fight for Family Recognition
    Feb 28 2026
    Fluent Fiction - Welsh: A Legacy Challenged: Rhys's Fight for Family Recognition Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/cy/episode/2026-02-28-08-38-20-cy Story Transcript:Cy: Mae'r gwynt oer yn chwythu drwy furiau cerrig Castell Penfro, gan ddod â'r arogl llwydrew wedi gaeaf i gyd-fynd â'r blodau'n dechrau egino ar gyfer Dydd Gŵyl Dewi.En: The cold wind blows through the stone walls of Castell Penfro, bringing with it the scent of winter frost to accompany the budding flowers for Dydd Gŵyl Dewi.Cy: Yn yr awyrbwysig hwn, mae'r teulu wedi casglu i ddathlu.En: In this solemn air, the family has gathered to celebrate.Cy: Yn eu plith mae Rhys a'i chwaer Carys, yn wynebu drwgdeimlad sydd wedi coulu dros flynyddoedd.En: Among them are Rhys and his sister Carys, facing a resentment that has grown over the years.Cy: Mae enw Carys wedi cael ei ffafrio gan eu tad erioed.En: Carys's name has always been favored by their father.Cy: Mae hi'n ddeheuig ac maer olwg gyfarwydd o'w hystyriaethau ganddo yn rhoi Carys yr holl sylw.En: She is accomplished, and the familiar gaze of his consideration gives Carys all the attention.Cy: Tra roedd Rhys, y brawd ieuengaf, yn teimlo'n gysylltiedig at ei chysgod.En: Meanwhile, Rhys, the younger brother, feels tied to her shadow.Cy: O fewn muriau prydferth y castell, lle mae hanes y teulu yn crynhoi, mae Rhys yn sefydlu ei gynllun.En: Within the beautiful walls of the castle, where the family's history is encapsulated, Rhys formulates his plan.Cy: Bydd yn herio ei chwaer a'u tad, ac yn gwneud hynny gyda dewrder anghyfarwydd iddo.En: He will challenge his sister and their father, doing so with a courage unfamiliar to him.Cy: Ar y noson cyn Dydd Gŵyl Dewi, gyda'r castell wedi'i addurno'n llawn cennin pedr a'r teulu yn cwrdd yn yr ystafell fawr, mae Rhys yn galw'r sylw.En: On the eve of Dydd Gŵyl Dewi, with the castle fully decorated with daffodils and the family gathered in the grand room, Rhys calls for attention.Cy: Mae cynhwyswch merched neu ddynion yn syn, disgwyl tema ymateb.En: Family members, both men and women, are taken aback, expecting a response.Cy: "Dad, rhaid i ni siarad," meddai Rhys gyda phenderfyniad yn ei lais.En: "Dad, we need to talk," Rhys says, determination in his voice.Cy: Mae Carys yn edrych arno gyda diffyg coegniad, tra fod hynodion eisoes yn codi eu llygaid.En: Carys looks at him with a lack of understanding, while astonishment already lifts their eyebrows.Cy: "Dw i'n teimlo nad wy wedi cael fy nghyfran deg yn y teulu.En: "I feel I haven't been given my fair share in the family.Cy: Mae gennyf syniad am yr etifeddiaeth sydd gennych mewn golwg i Carys.En: I have an idea about the inheritance you have in mind for Carys."Cy: "Mewn ateb, mae llais cryfed y tad yn dywed, "Rhys, mae rhaid i ni ffyddio yn nhreftadaeth y teulu.En: In response, the father’s strong voice says, "Rhys, we must trust in our family heritage.Cy: Carys yw'r un i ddal y teyrngarwch.En: Carys is the one to hold the loyalty."Cy: " Ond, mae Rhys yn sefyll yn dal, ychydig yn chwerthinllyd a dwyn digon o nerth inni peidio â syrthio'n ôl.En: But, Rhys stands tall, slightly amused and gathering enough strength not to back down.Cy: "Mae amser i chi, yn Nhad, gweld pwy ydw i.En: "It’s time for you, Father, to see who I am.Cy: Mae'n rhaid i chi glywed fy llais hefyd," meddai Rhys.En: You must hear my voice too," Rhys says.Cy: Yn y foment honno, mae'r teulu'n derbyn mewn synnu bod lefelau drwgdeimlad yn fwy na'r traddodiad.En: In that moment, the family realizes in surprise that the levels of resentment are greater than tradition.Cy: Mae'r tad yn syllu'n hir yn llygaid Rhys, yn gweld llygaid ei fab ddim iddo ddeall.En: The father stares long into Rhys's eyes, seeing his son's eyes but not understanding.Cy: "Rwynned bethau wedi cael eu hystyried yn anghywir.En: "Things have been regarded wrongly.Cy: Mae Rhys yn haeddu gydnabyddiaeth.En: Rhys deserves recognition.Cy: Bydd y teulu yn parhau gyda chyfartaledd," mae'n cyhoeddi.En: The family will continue with balance," he announces.Cy: Mae breichiau Rhys yn teimlo'n ysgafn, a'i galon yn llawn bodlonrwydd am y tro cyntaf.En: Rhys's arms feel light, and his heart is filled with satisfaction for the first time.Cy: Roedd yn curll yn dal am fwy o gyfiawnder, ac roedd yr agwedd newydd o gydnabyddiaeth yn cryfhau wrth iddo ennill parch ei deulu.En: He had yearned persistently for more justice, and the new attitude of recognition strengthens him as he earns his family’s respect.Cy: Mae'r hyn a ddechreuodd fel gwrthdaro wedi dod i ddiwedd mewn cytundeb, gan agor y drws i ddyfodol sy'n debyion wrth ei gilyd.En: What began as a conflict has ended in agreement, opening the door to a future that is similar and harmonious.Cy: Ac wrth i Ddydd Gŵyl Dewi ddisglair geiniog, mae'r teulu'n cêlir ei einioes o londer, golygu ac undod diwedd stori ar arddur Castell Penfro.En: And as Dydd Gŵyl Dewi shines, the family ...
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    16 min
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