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Verbal noun usage Exercises in Welsh language
Verbal nouns hold a unique and significant place in the Welsh language, acting as a bridge between verbs and nouns. Unlike in English, where we distinguish between gerunds and infinitives, Welsh uses a single form known as the "berfenw" or verbal noun. This form can function both as a noun and a verb, making it an essential grammatical element for learners aiming to achieve fluency. Understanding the usage of verbal nouns is crucial, as they appear in a variety of sentence structures and are often accompanied by prepositions to convey different meanings.
Mastering the use of verbal nouns not only enhances your ability to construct sentences accurately but also deepens your comprehension of Welsh syntax and idiomatic expressions. Through focused grammar exercises, you will learn how to identify verbal nouns, use them in various contexts, and recognize their role in conveying actions and states. These exercises will guide you step-by-step, from simple usage to more complex applications, ensuring a comprehensive grasp of this fundamental component of Welsh grammar. Whether you are a beginner or looking to refine your skills, understanding verbal nouns will significantly advance your command of the Welsh language.
Exercise 1
<p>1. I am *canu* a song (verb for singing).</p>
<p>2. She likes *darllen* books in the library (verb for reading).</p>
<p>3. They are *ysgrifennu* a letter to their friend (verb for writing).</p>
<p>4. We are *coginio* dinner in the kitchen (verb for cooking).</p>
<p>5. He enjoys *nofio* in the pool (verb for swimming).</p>
<p>6. The children are *chwarae* in the park (verb for playing).</p>
<p>7. I am *gweithio* on my project (verb for working).</p>
<p>8. She is *siarad* with her mother on the phone (verb for speaking).</p>
<p>9. They are *gwylio* a movie at the cinema (verb for watching).</p>
<p>10. We love *teithio* to new places (verb for traveling).</p>
Exercise 2
<p>1. Dw i'n *dysgu* Cymraeg (verb for learning).</p>
<p>2. Mae hi'n *darllen* llyfr yn yr ardd (verb for reading).</p>
<p>3. Rydyn ni'n *gweld* ffrindiau yfory (verb for seeing).</p>
<p>4. Mae o'n *ysgrifennu* llythyr ar hyn o bryd (verb for writing).</p>
<p>5. Mae hi'n *bwyta* brecwast yn y gegin (verb for eating).</p>
<p>6. Maen nhw'n *chwarae* pel-droed yn y parc (verb for playing).</p>
<p>7. Rydw i'n *gwylio* teledu yn y nos (verb for watching).</p>
<p>8. Mae hi'n *siarad* ar y ffôn gyda'i ffrind (verb for speaking).</p>
<p>9. Rydyn ni'n *canu* cân newydd yn y cyngerdd (verb for singing).</p>
<p>10. Mae o'n *nofio* yn y pwll nofio (verb for swimming).</p>
Exercise 3
<p>1. Mae hi'n *darllen* llyfr (verb for reading).</p>
<p>2. Rydw i'n *ysgrifennu* llythyr at fy ffrind (verb for writing).</p>
<p>3. Maen nhw'n *canu* caneuon yn y côr (verb for singing).</p>
<p>4. Mae e'n *gwylio*'r teledu gyda'i deulu (verb for watching).</p>
<p>5. Rydyn ni'n *chwarae* pêl-droed yn y parc (verb for playing).</p>
<p>6. Dw i'n *bwyta* cinio gyda fy nheulu (verb for eating).</p>
<p>7. Mae hi'n *nofio* yn y pwll nofio (verb for swimming).</p>
<p>8. Rydw i'n *gweithio* yn y swyddfa (verb for working).</p>
<p>9. Maen nhw'n *dysgu* Cymraeg yn yr ysgol (verb for learning).</p>
<p>10. Mae e'n *canu*'r piano yn y cyngerdd (verb for playing an instrument).</p>