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Starting sentences with conjunctions Exercises in Welsh language
Starting sentences with conjunctions is a nuanced aspect of Welsh grammar that can add depth and fluidity to your writing and speech. In Welsh, conjunctions such as "ac" (and), "ond" (but), and "neu" (or) are not just confined to connecting clauses within a sentence; they can also introduce new sentences, providing a seamless transition between thoughts and ideas. This stylistic choice can make your Welsh sound more natural and engaging, reflecting the rhythm and flow of everyday conversation.
Understanding when and how to start sentences with conjunctions in Welsh requires a good grasp of their usage rules and the context in which they are applied. Through targeted exercises, you will explore different scenarios where this technique is effective, learn to avoid common pitfalls, and practice crafting sentences that enhance your communication skills. These exercises aim to build your confidence in using conjunctions at the beginning of sentences, helping you become more proficient and expressive in the Welsh language.
Exercise 1
<p>1. *Er* bod hi'n bwrw glaw, aethon ni allan (starting with "although").</p>
<p>2. *Pan* mae'r haul yn machlud, mae'r awyr yn troi'n oren (starting with "when").</p>
<p>3. *Os* bydd hi'n braf yfory, awn ni i'r traeth (starting with "if").</p>
<p>4. *Ar ôl* iddi orffen ei gwaith, aeth hi i'r gampfa (starting with "after").</p>
<p>5. *Cyn* i'r gêm ddechrau, roedd pawb yn gyffrous (starting with "before").</p>
<p>6. *Gan* ei fod yn hwyr, penderfynon ni aros gartref (starting with "since").</p>
<p>7. *Tra* roedd hi'n cysgu, dechreuodd bwrw eira (starting with "while").</p>
<p>8. *Ond* roedd hi'n brysur, daeth hi i'r parti (starting with "even though").</p>
<p>9. *Oherwydd* ei fod yn rhy boeth, ni aethon nhw allan (starting with "because").</p>
<p>10. *Fodd bynnag*, roedd rhaid iddyn nhw adael yn gynnar (starting with "however").</p>
Exercise 2
<p>1. *Er* ei bod hi'n bwrw glaw, aethom ni am dro (conjunction for "Although").</p>
<p>2. *Pan* fydd y bws yn cyrraedd, byddwn ni'n gadael (conjunction for "When").</p>
<p>3. *Os* wyt ti'n hoffi'r ffilm, gallwn ni ei wylio eto (conjunction for "If").</p>
<p>4. *Gan* ei fod yn hwyr, dylen ni fynd adref (conjunction for "Since" or "As").</p>
<p>5. *Ar ôl* i ni orffen ein gwaith, aethon ni allan i chwarae (conjunction for "After").</p>
<p>6. *Tra* oedd hi'n dysgu, ysgrifennodd hi nodiadau (conjunction for "While").</p>
<p>7. *Cyn* i ti fynd, gwna dy waith cartref (conjunction for "Before").</p>
<p>8. *Fod* y tywydd yn wael, penderfynon nhw aros gartref (conjunction for "Because").</p>
<p>9. *Er* bod y ffordd yn hir, cyrhaeddon ni'n ddiogel (conjunction for "Although").</p>
<p>10. *Pan* fydd hi'n nosi, gallwn ni fynd i'r gwersyll (conjunction for "When").</p>
Exercise 3
<p>1. *Er* ei fod yn bwrw glaw, aethon ni am dro (Conjunction meaning "although").</p>
<p>2. *Pan* fydd hi'n haul, byddwn ni'n mynd i'r traeth (Conjunction meaning "when").</p>
<p>3. *Os* wyt ti'n gweithio'n galed, byddi di'n llwyddo (Conjunction meaning "if").</p>
<p>4. *Ond* roedd hi'n oer, aethon ni allan i chwarae (Conjunction meaning "but").</p>
<p>5. *Tra* oedd hi'n glawio, roedden nhw'n darllen llyfrau (Conjunction meaning "while").</p>
<p>6. *Cyn* iddi ddechrau'r ffilm, prynodd hi fwyd (Conjunction meaning "before").</p>
<p>7. *Fel* arfer, roedd e'n cyrraedd yn gynnar (Conjunction meaning "as usual").</p>
<p>8. *Hyd yn oed* os oes trafferthion, rhaid i ni barhau (Conjunction meaning "even if").</p>
<p>9. *Pryd* bynnag y byddi di angen help, galwa fi (Conjunction meaning "whenever").</p>
<p>10. *Oherwydd* bod hi'n hwyr, aethon ni'n syth i'r gwely (Conjunction meaning "because").</p>
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