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This approach not only allows you to fully understand and absorb the vocabulary and grammar but also provides a bilingual support to aid your listening comprehension. But we don't stop there.

Research in sociolinguistics highlights the importance of culture in language learning, which is why we provide a list of vocabulary words and a transcript of the audio to help you understand the cultural context of the story. And for your convenience, we also include a transcript of the audio to help you refer back to any parts you may have struggled with.

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  • Finding Welsh Roots: Gareth's Journey on Dydd Gŵyl Dewi

    Finding Welsh Roots: Gareth's Journey on Dydd Gŵyl Dewi
    Feb 16 2026
    Fluent Fiction - Welsh: Finding Welsh Roots: Gareth's Journey on Dydd Gŵyl Dewi Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/cy/episode/2026-02-16-08-38-20-cy Story Transcript:Cy: Mae'r diwrnod wedi cyrraedd.En: The day has arrived.Cy: Mae'r strydoedd yng Nghaerdydd yn llawn bywyd a chyffro wrth i bawb baratoi i ddathlu Dydd Gŵyl Dewi.En: The streets of Caerdydd are full of life and excitement as everyone prepares to celebrate Dydd Gŵyl Dewi.Cy: Mae baneri draig goch yn chwifio gan bawb, a phawb yn gwisgo cenhinen a chennin Pedr yn falch.En: Red dragon flags are waving everywhere, and everyone is proudly wearing leeks and daffodils.Cy: Gareth, Elin, a Rhys cerdded i lawr y strydoedd prysur.En: Gareth, Elin, and Rhys walk down the busy streets.Cy: Mae Gareth o hyd wedi teimlo fel dieithryn ymysg ei bobl ei hun.En: Gareth has always felt like a stranger among his own people.Cy: Ond heddiw, mae'n benderfynol o deimlo'r cysylltiad.En: But today, he's determined to find the connection.Cy: "Dw i eisiau teimlo fy nghyfreithlondeb Cymreig heddiw," meddai wrth ei ffrindiau.En: "I want to feel my Welsh legitimacy today," he says to his friends.Cy: "O ie, Gareth, bydd yn wych!" dywed Elin, yn dal dwylo Gareth.En: "Oh yes, Gareth, it will be wonderful!" says Elin, holding Gareth's hands.Cy: "Mae Dydd Gŵyl Dewi'n arbennig.En: "Dydd Gŵyl Dewi is special.Cy: Byddwn ni'n canu, dawnsio, a chymryd rhan."En: We'll sing, dance, and take part."Cy: "Peidiwch â phoeni, ti'n y lle iawn," ychwanegodd Rhys, gyda gwen gor-ddyluniedig.En: "Don't worry, you're in the right place," adds Rhys, with an over-designed smile.Cy: "A gadael i ni dreulio amser da gyda'n gilydd."En: "And let's have a good time together."Cy: Mae'r tri yn ymuno â'r orymdaith, yn camu ymlaen gyda'r cerddorion sy'n canu darnau traddodiadol.En: The three join the parade, stepping forward with the musicians who are playing traditional pieces.Cy: Mae Gareth yn edrych o gwmpas, gan weld y gwahaniaeth rhwng pobl ifanc a hen yn cyd-ddathlu.En: Gareth looks around, seeing the difference between young and old people celebrating together.Cy: Teimla'r hiraeth yn ei galon, ond ar yr un pryd, rhyw berswâd dwfn.En: He feels a longing in his heart, but at the same time, a deep persuasion.Cy: Yn sydyn, mae corff o bobl yn dechrau canu emyn Cymreig hen, 'Calon Lân'.En: Suddenly, a crowd of people starts singing an old Welsh hymn, 'Calon Lân'.Cy: Er nad Gareth yn gwybod y geiriau yn dda, mae'n dechrau canu hefyd.En: Even though Gareth doesn't know the words well, he starts to sing along too.Cy: Mae'r gerddoriaeth yn atseinio yn ei galon.En: The music resonates in his heart.Cy: Pob gair yn cyffwrdd ei enaid.En: Every word touches his soul.Cy: Mae rhywbeth yn newid ynddo.En: Something changes within him.Cy: Mae e'n yno, yn rhan o'r dorf.En: He is there, part of the crowd.Cy: Wrth iddo ganu, mae teimlad cynnes yn tyfu yn ei galon.En: As he sings, a warm feeling grows in his heart.Cy: Mae'n sylweddoli rhywbeth pwysig.En: He realizes something important.Cy: Dydy'r cysylltiad ddim yn ymwneud â'r wybodaeth, ond â chalon ac ysbryd.En: The connection is not about knowledge, but about heart and spirit.Cy: Pan fydd yr orymdaith yn dod i ben, mae Gareth yn edrych ar ei ffrindiau.En: When the parade comes to an end, Gareth looks at his friends.Cy: "Diolch am ddod â fi," meddai iddo nhw, gan ysmwytariau.En: "Thank you for bringing me," he says to them, smiling.Cy: "Dw i'n teimlo'n wahanol; dw i eisiau dysgu mwy, gwybod mwy.En: "I feel different; I want to learn more, know more.Cy: Dyma fy ngwlad."En: This is my country."Cy: Mae Elin a Rhys yn gwenu.En: Elin and Rhys smile.Cy: "Rydyn ni gyda ti," meddai Rhys.En: "We're with you," says Rhys.Cy: "Dechrau ardderchog."En: "A great start."Cy: Gan adael y strydoedd sy'n araf gwagio ar ôl y wledd, mae Gareth yn teimlo mwy o gysylltiad nag erioed.En: Leaving the streets that slowly empty after the feast, Gareth feels more connected than ever.Cy: Mae e'n gwybod bod mwy iddo ddod, a dwfn yn ei galon, mae addo cymryd yr amser i ddarllen, dysgu a phrofi ei dreftadaeth.En: He knows there's more to come, and deep in his heart, he promises to take the time to read, learn, and experience his heritage.Cy: Mae'r gŵyl wedi dod â rhywbeth newydd iddo.En: The festival has brought something new to him.Cy: Rhywbeth annirnadwy.En: Something indescribable.Cy: Rhywbeth fydd dal i dyfu yn ei galon.En: Something that will continue to grow in his heart. Vocabulary Words:arrived: cyraeddexcitement: cyffrocelebrate: dathluproudly: yn falchstranger: dieithryndetermined: benderfynolconnection: cysylltiadaberrant: arbennigparticipate: cymryd rhanover-designed: gor-ddyluniedigparade: orymdaithmusicians: cerddorionresonates: atseiniopersuasion: perswâdhymn: emynrealizes: sylweddoliheart: calonspirit: ysbrydfeast: wleddheritage: treftadaethindescribable: annirnadwygrows: tyfudifference: gwahaniaethyoung: ifancold: henlonging: ...
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  • A Valentine's Gift: Beyond Office Desk Boundaries

    A Valentine's Gift: Beyond Office Desk Boundaries
    Feb 15 2026
    Fluent Fiction - Welsh: A Valentine's Gift: Beyond Office Desk Boundaries Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/cy/episode/2026-02-15-23-34-01-cy Story Transcript:Cy: Roedd heulwen gwan y gaeaf yn treiddio drwy ffenestri mawr Swyddfa Gymreig yng Nghaerdydd.En: The weak winter sunshine was streaming through the large windows of the Welsh Office in Caerdydd.Cy: Mae'r lle'n llawn bywyd, gyda'r sŵn cyson o ffonau'n canu a bysellfyrddau'n taranu.En: The place was full of life, with the constant noise of phones ringing and keyboards clattering.Cy: Roedd Emrys a Carys yn cael eu diwrnod arferol, ond roedd rhywbeth arbennig yn yr awyr.En: Emrys and Carys were having their usual day, but there was something special in the air.Cy: Roedd Emrys yn eistedd wrth ei ddesg, ei fysedd yn tapio yn amyneddgar gyda phwyslais ar dasgau'r diwrnod.En: Emrys sat at his desk, his fingers tapping patiently with an emphasis on the day's tasks.Cy: Ond, roedd rhywbeth yn pwyso ar ei feddwl.En: But, something was weighing on his mind.Cy: Dydd Sant Ffolant oedd hi, a ffoniodd Carys fwy na chydweithwraig iddo yn dawel.En: It was Valentine's Day, and he quietly thought of Carys as more than just a colleague.Cy: Roedd am wneud rhywbeth arbennig, ond roedd y benbleth yn adlewyrchu ar ei wyneb: a ddylai brynu anrheg ddiogel a chyffredinol, neu risgio gyda rhywbeth mwy personol?En: He wanted to do something special but was caught in the dilemma reflected on his face: should he buy a safe, generic gift, or risk something more personal?Cy: Dros amser cinio, penderfynodd Emrys fynd â Charys i gaffi bach yng nghanol y dref.En: Over lunchtime, Emrys decided to take Carys to a little café in the town center.Cy: Roedd aroglau mêl mulled yn llenwi'r aer, a'r awyrgylch yn gyfeillgar.En: The smell of mulled honey filled the air, and the atmosphere was friendly.Cy: Eisteddodd y ddau wrth fwrdd tuag at y cefn, lle'r oedd yn dawel.En: The two sat at a table toward the back, where it was quiet.Cy: Yma, gyda'r frest yn drwm o bryder, cydiodd Emrys yn anrheg cuddiedig yn ei fag.En: Here, with his chest heavy with worry, Emrys grasped a hidden gift in his bag.Cy: Yr anrheg oedd llyfr barddoniaeth, wedi'i lapio'n daclus.En: The gift was a book of poetry, neatly wrapped.Cy: Roedd Emrys yn gwybod cymaint roedd Carys yn gwerthfawrogi barddoniaeth a cherddoriaeth glasurol, felly roedd y llyfr yn deimlad sylweddol ond parchus.En: Emrys knew how much Carys appreciated poetry and classical music, so the book was a substantial yet respectful gesture.Cy: Wrth iddi fynd ati i agor y papur lapio, gwyliai Emrys yn llawn disgwyliad.En: As she went to open the wrapping paper, Emrys watched with anticipation.Cy: Cyn bo hir, agorodd Carys y llyfr ac edrychodd ar Emrys gyda llygaid tyner.En: Before long, Carys opened the book and looked at Emrys with gentle eyes.Cy: “Mae hyn yn hyfryd, Emrys," meddai hi'n dawel.En: “This is lovely, Emrys," she said softly.Cy: Gwelodd lawenydd go iawn ar ei gwyneb, ac roedd hyn yn lleddfu ei bryderon.En: He saw genuine joy on her face, and this eased his worries.Cy: “Diolch,” ychwanegodd Carys, “Dw i'n teimlo'n lwcus cael cydweithiwr mor ofalus.”En: “Thank you,” Carys added, “I feel lucky to have such a thoughtful colleague.”Cy: Wrth ei gwrandawiad, tyfodd teimlad cynnes o foddhad yn Emrys.En: As he listened, a warm feeling of satisfaction grew in Emrys.Cy: Roedd y risg wedi talu ffordd, a rhoes pethau heddwch newydd i'r berthynas broffesiynol ac, efallai, personol.En: The risk had paid off, and it brought a new peace to their professional and, perhaps, personal relationship.Cy: Roedd Emrys wedi dysgu bod cymryd cam personol mewn bywyd weithiau yn arwain at ganlyniadau cadarnhaol.En: Emrys had learned that taking a personal step in life sometimes leads to positive outcomes.Cy: Yn ôl yn y swyddfa, roedd popeth yn swnio'n fwy ysblennydd, yn symphoni o bosibiliadau newydd.En: Back in the office, everything sounded more splendid, a symphony of new possibilities.Cy: Roedd yr awyr yn llawn heulwen, er gwaethaf oerfel y gaeaf.En: The air was full of sunshine, despite the winter's chill. Vocabulary Words:sunshine: heulwenwinter: gaeafstreaming: treiddiowindows: ffenestriconstant: cysonclattering: taranuusual: arferoltapping: tapioemphasis: pwyslaisweighing: pwysodilemma: benblethsafe: diogelgeneric: cyffredinolpersonal: personolmulled: mulledhoney: mêlatmosphere: awyrgylchgrasped: cydioddsubstantial: sylweddolrespectful: parchusanticipation: disgwyliadgentle: tynergenuine: go iawnworries: bryderonthoughtful: ofalussatisfaction: boddhadoutcomes: canlyniadausplendid: ysblennyddsymphony: symphonipossibilities: posibiliadau
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    14 mins
  • Valentine Surprises: A Love Story Unfolds at the Office

    Valentine Surprises: A Love Story Unfolds at the Office
    Feb 15 2026
    Fluent Fiction - Welsh: Valentine Surprises: A Love Story Unfolds at the Office Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/cy/episode/2026-02-15-08-38-19-cy Story Transcript:Cy: Mae bore oer y Gwanwyn yn dod â’r diwrnod arbennig yn y swyddfa gorfforaethol — Diwrnod San Ffolant.En: A cold spring morning brings a special day at the corporate office — Valentine's Day.Cy: Mae’r addurniadau calon coch a rhosod papur yn ychwanegu awyrgylch cariadus, rhyw don o rywioldeb yn torri ar gyfer Rhys a Eleri.En: The red heart decorations and paper roses add a loving atmosphere, a wave of sexuality breaking for Rhys and Eleri.Cy: Mae'n ddiwrnod perffaith, meddylia Rhys, i ddatgelu'r gwirionedd.En: "It's a perfect day," Rhys thinks, to reveal the truth.Cy: Mae Rhys yn fewnblyg, dadansoddwr gweithgar, bob amser yn canolbwyntio ar ei waith.En: Rhys is an introverted, diligent analyst, always focused on his work.Cy: Mae'n gwylio Eleri ers misoedd, ei phersonoliaeth allanog yn goleuo'r swyddfa.En: He has been watching Eleri for months, her outgoing personality lighting up the office.Cy: Gyda phob gwên a phob lled-bâr sy'n ei chyfarch, mae galon Rhys yn neidio.En: With every smile and every half-pair that greets her, Rhys's heart leaps.Cy: Seren yr adran farchnata yw Eleri.En: Eleri is the star of the marketing department.Cy: Mae hi’n ddeallus, creadigol, ac yn boblogaidd ar hyd ac ar led.En: She is intelligent, creative, and popular all around.Cy: Mae pawb wrth eu bodd yn gweithio gyda hi, ac mae Rhys yn syfrdanu'n llwyr pan fydd yn cerdded i mewn i'r swyddfa.En: Everyone loves working with her, and Rhys is completely in awe when she walks into the office.Cy: Ond nid yw Rhys wedi cael y nerth i ddangos ei deimladau go iawn.En: But Rhys hasn't had the courage to show his true feelings.Cy: Mae’n ofn gwrthod, yn ofn siarad y gwir.En: He is afraid of rejection, afraid to speak the truth.Cy: Mae sïon yn hedfan o gwmpas y swyddfa, pawb yn sôn am y parti San Ffolant wedi'r prynhawn.En: Rumors fly around the office, everyone talking about the Valentine’s party after the afternoon.Cy: Mae amser Rhys yn brin ond mae syniad ganddo.En: Rhys's time is limited but he has an idea.Cy: Mae'n creu carden San Ffolant â llaw, yn fywiog â chariad.En: He creates a handmade Valentine's card, vibrant with love.Cy: Y cyfan y mae'n gallu ei feddwl yw rhoi'r carden ar ddesg Eleri cyn iddi ddod.En: All he can think about is placing the card on Eleri's desk before she arrives.Cy: Pan ddaw'r prynhawn, mae arogl cacennau a choffi yn llenwi'r ystafell gyfarfod ffenestri wydr.En: When the afternoon comes, the smell of cakes and coffee fills the glass-windowed meeting room.Cy: Mae’r awyrgylch yn llawn cyffro.En: The atmosphere is full of excitement.Cy: Mae Rhys ar bigau’r drain, ei lygaid ar bob mynedfa.En: Rhys is on pins and needles, his eyes on every entrance.Cy: Pan ddarganfydda Eleri'r carden yn ei gweithfan, mae hi'n stopio ac yn edrych yn ofalus.En: When Eleri finds the card in her workspace, she stops and looks carefully.Cy: Mae'r geiriau perffaith, wedi'u dewis gyda gofal gan Rhys, yn arddangos ei deimladau yn syml a gonest.En: The perfect words, chosen with care by Rhys, display his feelings simply and honestly.Cy: Mae’n cychod rhwng cyffro a phryder wrth iddi edrych o amgylch, yn chwilio am wyneb y sawl a luniodd y neges.En: He wavers between excitement and anxiety as she looks around, searching for the face behind the message.Cy: Bydd Rhys yn codi ei law yn wangalon, yn cynghori mai ef yw’r awdur.En: Rhys weakly raises his hand, indicating that he is the author.Cy: Mae curiad ei galon yn cyflymu wrth gerdded tuag ati.En: His heart rate speeds up as he walks towards her.Cy: Mae pobl o'u cwmpas yn cau, ond nid yw'n poeni.En: People around them close in, but he doesn't care.Cy: Mae hyn yn gorfod digwydd.En: This has to happen.Cy: "Ti?En: "You?"Cy: " Mae Eleri’n gwenu, ei llygad yn llachar.En: Eleri smiles, her eyes bright.Cy: "Ro'n i'n gobeithio dy fod yn sylwi arna i.En: "I was hoping you would notice me."Cy: "Mae’r cyffro yn cynyddu wrth iddynt drafod cynlluniau cinio.En: The excitement builds as they discuss dinner plans.Cy: Maen nhw’n cytuno i fynd iw swper gyda’i gilydd, ac mae Rhys yn teimlo ei olrhain yn cilio.En: They agree to go to supper together, and Rhys feels his nervousness fade.Cy: Mae’n sylweddoli mor syml yw bod yn onest a bod datgan emosiynau yn werthfawr.En: He realizes how simple it is to be honest and how valuable expressing emotions can be.Cy: Mae Rhys yn gobeithio y bydd aflonyddu ar y cyflawniad newydd yma’n gallu gwneud iddo weithio tuag at ei nodau eraill, yn bersonol ac yn broffesiynol.En: Rhys hopes that disrupting this newfound accomplishment will help him work towards his other goals, both personal and professional.Cy: Mae’r bore nesaf, mae'r dydd yn deffro yn newydd eto, ond mae rhywbeth wedi newid y tro hwn.En: The next morning, the day ...
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