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  • Stars and Snowflakes: A Journey of Discovery and Friendship

    Stars and Snowflakes: A Journey of Discovery and Friendship
    Dec 1 2025
    Fluent Fiction - Welsh: Stars and Snowflakes: A Journey of Discovery and Friendship Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/cy/episode/2025-12-01-23-34-02-cy Story Transcript:Cy: Roedd yr Eisteddfod Gwyddonol Rhyngwladol yn llenwi â phlentyndod a syniadau yn ganol dinas o dan gwmwl o eira tyner.En: The International Scientific Eisteddfod was filled with childhood and ideas in the middle of a city under a gentle snow cloud.Cy: Roedd Geraint yn sefyll ar lwyfan bychan gydag edrychiad penderfynol ei wyneb.En: Geraint stood on a small stage with a determined look on his face.Cy: Roedd ei serol nodau yn aros amdano, ond roedd problemau'n codi fel cwmwl dros loer dirwystr ei frwdfrydedd.En: His starry goals awaited him, but problems arose like a cloud over the unobstructed path of his enthusiasm.Cy: Mae'n aeaf, ac mae ystafell fawr y gynhadledd yn ferw ar y bywyd.En: It's winter, and the large conference room buzzes with life.Cy: Cyddygynullodd plant o bob cwr o'r byd, eu prosiectau yn disgyn o feddyliau ifanc llawn potensial.En: Children from all over the world gathered, their projects emerging from young minds full of potential.Cy: Mae themâu y Nadolig yn addurno'r ffenestri enfawr – goleuadau yn disgleirio a chylchwyr coed gwyrdd yn dathlu'r tymor.En: The Christmas themes adorn the large windows – lights shining and wreaths of green trees celebrating the season.Cy: Geraint, yn angerddol am seryddiaeth, petai'n gallu edrych i'r nefoedd, efallai y gallai ddod o hyd i ymateb.En: Geraint, passionate about astronomy, if he could look to the heavens, perhaps he could find an answer.Cy: Ei eisiau mawr oedd hytrach na dim ond darganfod, roedd hefyd i ymgorffori hynny gyda'r cyhoedd drwy gynllun diddorol ar alinio sêr yn ystod gorsaf y gaeaf.En: His great desire was not only to discover but also to integrate that with the public through an interesting scheme on aligning stars during the winter station.Cy: Ond roedd problemau technegol yn ei lurgi – y lensys nad oeddent yn cyfateb a'r offer methu a chydweithio.En: But technical problems plagued him – lenses that didn't match and equipment that failed to cooperate.Cy: Drwy'r ystafell, roedd eraill yn sefyll yn gadarn, eu cynigion yn brydferth mewn lliwiau a siapiau.En: Across the room, others stood firmly, their proposals beautifully arrayed in colors and shapes.Cy: Yn lletgyfrwng o'i ochr, gwelodd Carys, ei chyd-ddisgybl bywiog yno.En: From the corner of his eye, he saw Carys, his lively classmate there.Cy: “Hei, Geraint,” meddai wrth gamu tuag ato gyda gwên.En: “Hey, Geraint,” she said as she stepped towards him with a smile.Cy: “Mae'n edrych fel dy fod angen help llaw…”En: “Looks like you could use a helping hand…”Cy: Gwyliodd Geraint, yn anniddig ar y dechrau, ond doedd amser ddim ar ei ochr.En: Geraint watched, initially uneasy, but time was not on his side.Cy: Nodiodd, gan benderfynu peidio a chario'r baich ar ei unig.En: He nodded, deciding not to carry the burden alone.Cy: Gyda chymorth Carys, a'i hunanimdriniaeth brwdfrydig, dechreuodd yr offer gwella, a thyfodd hyder Geraint.En: With Carys' help, and her eager, enthusiastic self-reliance, the equipment began to improve, and Geraint's confidence grew.Cy: Y lensws wedi'u trwsio, roedd y delweddau'n ymddangos, a oedd yn dangos gwir harddwch y sêr wrth eu huno gerllaw solstis y gaeaf.En: The lenses fixed, the images appeared, showing the true beauty of the stars as they aligned near the winter solstice.Cy: Ac yna daeth yr amser i gyflwyno.En: And then the time came to present.Cy: Tra oedd eraill yn ceisio dal llygad gyda'u strwythurau a'u modelau, siaradodd Geraint yn glir.En: While others tried to catch the eye with their structures and models, Geraint spoke clearly.Cy: A dan wres yr hyn a fu ei ofn, derbyniodd ei waith ei hun, syml ond ystyrlon, canmoliaeth arbennig am greadigrwydd a dyfalbarhad.En: Under the warmth of what had been his fear, he received special praise for creativity and perseverance for his work, simple but meaningful.Cy: Er nad oedd yn ennill y wobr gyntaf, aeth Geraint i ffwrdd gyda llawenydd mewn ei enaid.En: Though he didn't win the first prize, Geraint went away with joy in his soul.Cy: Gwelodd bod gwneud llwyddiant yn golygu mwy na dim ond y derfynfa; roedd yn ymwneud ag aros yn driw i'r hyn oedd yn bwysig iddo.En: He realized that achieving success meant more than just reaching the finish line; it was about staying true to what mattered to him.Cy: Trwy gydweithio a pheidio ag ofni gofyn am gymorth, roedd wedi llwyddo i fynd drwy rwystrau, a newidodd rhywbeth yn ei gred.En: By collaborating and not fearing to ask for help, he had managed to overcome obstacles, and something changed in his belief.Cy: Wrth i'r bore dod i ben, cerddasant ef a Carys i ffwrdd o'r digwyddiad, yng ngoleuni'r cyfnos, gyda gwyntoedd Nadoligaidd yn chwibanu drwy'r ddeildywyr.En: As the morning came to an end, he and Carys walked away from ...
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  • Snowed In: The Heartwarming Christmas Fair Triumph

    Snowed In: The Heartwarming Christmas Fair Triumph
    Dec 1 2025
    Fluent Fiction - Welsh: Snowed In: The Heartwarming Christmas Fair Triumph Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/cy/episode/2025-12-01-08-38-20-cy Story Transcript:Cy: Ar adeg prynhawn oer yn y Bannau Brycheiniog, roedd Dylan yn edrych ar y copaon gwynion trwy ffenestr ei weithdy.En: On a cold afternoon in the Bannau Brycheiniog, Dylan was looking at the white peaks through his workshop window.Cy: Roedd eira yn dechrau disgyn yn drwm a roedd y golygfeydd yn odidog.En: The snow was beginning to fall heavily, and the views were magnificent.Cy: Ond, roedd cynnal y ffair gymunedol Nadolig yn olygfa'r prynhawn, a'i feddwl yn brysur gyda phryder.En: However, organizing the community Christmas fair was the main event of the afternoon, and his mind was busy with worry.Cy: "Carys, mae'r eira yn edrych yn ddrwg iawn," meddai Dylan trwy'r ffôn.En: "Carys, the snow is looking really bad," said Dylan over the phone.Cy: "Beth am symud rhai gweithgareddau o'r ffair i'r tu mewn?"En: "How about moving some of the fair activities indoors?"Cy: Carys, athro ysgol yn y pentref, nodiodd er ei bod yn teimlo ychydig o straen.En: Carys, a school teacher in the village, nodded even though she was feeling a bit stressed.Cy: Roedd hi wedi gweithio'n ddiflino er mwyn sicrhau bod popeth yn berffaith ar gyfer y ffair.En: She had worked tirelessly to ensure that everything was perfect for the fair.Cy: "Rydyn ni'n gallu symud y stondinau crefft i'r neuadd fawr. Byddwn i hefyd angen gwirfoddolwyr i helpu i glirio'r eira."En: "We can move the craft stalls to the main hall. I would also need volunteers to help clear the snow."Cy: Yn fuan wedyn, roedd Elin, sy'n ysgrifenyddes wedi ymddeol, yn galw gyda newyddion.En: Soon after, Elin, who is a retired secretary, called with news.Cy: "Mae gennym y caniatâd i ddefnyddio'r neuadd gymunedol dros benwythnos. Fe allwn ni ddefnyddio lle dan do," meddai Elin yn gyffrous.En: "We have permission to use the community hall over the weekend. We can use indoor space," said Elin excitedly.Cy: Roedd hi hefyd wedi paratoi losin teisen leim cartref i'r ffair.En: She had also prepared homemade lime pie sweets for the fair.Cy: Dechreuodd y diwrnod mawr gyda gorchudd eira trwchus.En: The big day began with a thick blanket of snow.Cy: Hemmyn roedd cymuned yn llawn nerth a phenderfynu.En: However, the community was full of energy and determination.Cy: Cerddodd llawer o drigolion ym Mharc Cenedlaethol Bannau Brycheiniog hyd at y lleoliad drwyddi draw i'r tywydd garw.En: Many residents in Parc Cenedlaethol Bannau Brycheiniog walked to the venue braving the harsh weather.Cy: Roedd y gangen o oleuadau Nadoligaidd yn disgleirio'n wych yn erbyn y gwynion eira trwchus.En: The string of Christmas lights was shining brilliantly against the thick white snow.Cy: Pan agorwyd drysau'r neuadd, daeth pobl i mewn i gynhesa ar danau.En: When the doors of the hall opened, people came in to warm themselves by the fires.Cy: Roedd y stondinau wedi'u gosod gyda chrefftau lleol – o addurniadau pren i gynnyrch unigryw.En: The stalls were set up with local crafts – from wooden decorations to unique products.Cy: Roedd plant yn gosod addurniadau papur lliwgar ac yn gwylio sioe flasu hufen iâ ar y ffordd.En: Children were putting up colorful paper decorations and watching an ice cream tasting show on the way.Cy: Pan ddaeth Carys drwy'r dor yn sibrwd. "Mae'r ffair dan do yn edrych yn anhygoel. Mae pawb yma."En: When Carys came through the door, she whispered, "The indoor fair looks amazing. Everyone is here."Cy: Roedd Dylan yn gwylio, yn teimlo llawenydd mawr.En: Dylan watched, feeling great joy.Cy: Gwelodd gymuned yn uno a'n cyd-ddod arogl losin teisen leim cartref Elin yn llenwi'r ystafell.En: He saw a community come together and the aroma of Elin's homemade lime pie sweets filling the room.Cy: Roedd yn brofiad arbennig i bawb a dros bopeth.En: It was a special experience for everyone above all else.Cy: Trodd Dylan i Carys ac Elin. "Rwy'n mor ddiolchgar.En: Dylan turned to Carys and Elin. "I am so grateful.Cy: Mae'r gymuned wedi dod â'u hymroddy a'u talent i ddangos.En: The community has brought their dedication and talent to show.Cy: Rydyn ni'n llwyddo i oroesi'r storm hon."En: We managed to survive this storm."Cy: Yn y diwedd, roedd y ffair Nadolig yn llwyddiant mawr.En: In the end, the Christmas fair was a huge success.Cy: Er gwaethaf y tywydd garw, roedd y awyrgylch cynhesus yn y neuadd yn atseinio ymroddiad a chalonrwydd.En: Despite the harsh weather, the warm atmosphere in the hall resonated with dedication and heartiness.Cy: Dysgodd Dylan fod cymuned gref a gwerth cwmni yn werth yr holl ymdrech.En: Dylan learned that a strong community and the value of company were worth all the effort.Cy: Roedd eira yn parhau i ddisgyn, ond roedd y gwres o'r gynulleidfa yn toddi pob pryder.En: The snow continued to fall, but the warmth from the crowd melted away every worry. Vocabulary Words:...
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  • Rhiannon's Project Triumph: From Tension to Teamwork

    Rhiannon's Project Triumph: From Tension to Teamwork
    Nov 30 2025
    Fluent Fiction - Welsh: Rhiannon's Project Triumph: From Tension to Teamwork Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/cy/episode/2025-11-30-23-34-02-cy Story Transcript:Cy: Mae sefyllfa prysur yn Swyddfa Coron Uchaf, ac mae Awtwm wedi dod ag awyrwyneb criedig i’r strydoedd.En: It's a busy scene at the Swyddfa Coron Uchaf, and autumn has brought a crisp atmosphere to the streets.Cy: Mae’r coed tu allan yn llawn dail euraid ac oren.En: The trees outside are full of golden and orange leaves.Cy: Tu mewn, mae aroglddion coffi llwglyd a sŵn cynnil clebran swyddfa yn llenwi’r aer.En: Inside, the aromas of enticing coffee and the subtle sound of office chatter fill the air.Cy: Mae Rhiannon, rheolwraig prosiect talentog, yn brysur iawn.En: Rhiannon, a talented project manager, is very busy.Cy: Ei helodig yw rhagori yn yr adolygiad diwedd blwyddyn sydd ar y gorwel, ac mae hi’n awyddus i wneud argraff ar Eleri, ei phennaeth llym.En: Her goal is to excel in the year-end review that is on the horizon, and she is eager to impress Eleri, her strict boss.Cy: Mae Rhiannon yn codi'n gynnar ac yn aros yn hwyr i weithio.En: Rhiannon rises early and stays late to work.Cy: Mae Gareth, cydweithiwr llai brwdfrydig, ddim yn rhannu yr un awch.En: Gareth, a less enthusiastic colleague, does not share the same zeal.Cy: Mae hyn yn ei rhwystro, wrth i deadlineau cyfagos achosi straen.En: This frustrates her, as looming deadlines cause stress.Cy: Mae Rhiannon yn ceisio digon i lenwi’r bylchau yng ngwaith Gareth, gan gymryd arni dasgau ychwanegol.En: Rhiannon tries hard to fill the gaps in Gareth's work, taking on additional tasks.Cy: Mae’r dyddiau yn hedfan, ac mae Thanksgiving yn cyrraedd, yn cynnig saib fer o’r pen gwaith.En: The days fly by, and Thanksgiving arrives, offering a short respite from the workload.Cy: Ond ni lwydda Rhiannon i ymlacio'n llwyr, wrth i Eleri barhau i anfon ebyst gyda rhestrau targeion i’w cyfarfod.En: But Rhiannon does not manage to relax completely, as Eleri continues to send emails with lists of targets to be met.Cy: Mae Rhiannon yn meddwl llawr am siarad ag Eleri am Gareth, ond yw hynny'n iawn?En: Rhiannon thinks a lot about talking to Eleri about Gareth, but is that the right thing to do?Cy: Daw'r diwrnod mawr.En: The big day comes.Cy: Mae cyfarfod yr adolygiad diwedd blwyddyn yn dechrau ar ddu a gwyn o ddogfennau wedi’u pentwr.En: The year-end review meeting starts with stacks of black and white documents.Cy: Mae Eleri yn edrych yn llym, wrth i’w llygaid belydru ar draws y prosiectau.En: Eleri looks stern, as her gaze radiates across the projects.Cy: Mae Rhiannon yn gwybod dyma’i chyfle, ond mae hi’n teimlo’r pwysau fel dim erioed o’r blaen.En: Rhiannon knows this is her chance, but she feels the pressure like never before.Cy: “Rhiannon,” mae Eleri yn dweud, “sut mae'r tîm yn gweithio ar y prosiect hwn?”En: "Rhiannon," Eleri says, "how is the team working on this project?"Cy: Mae cwestiwn yn ein twyll ar y rheolaeth tîm, ac mae Rhiannon yn gwybod mae hyn mor bwysig â'r targedau.En: The question touches on team management, and Rhiannon knows this is as important as the targets.Cy: Mae Rhiannon yn anadlu yn ddwfn cyn ymateb.En: Rhiannon takes a deep breath before responding.Cy: “Mae rhai heriau, Eleri,” mae hi’n cyfaddef.En: "There are some challenges, Eleri," she admits.Cy: “Mae’r workload yn ddwys, a chefais fy mharlysu gan her Gareth dros yr wythnosau diwethaf.En: "The workload is intense, and I've been paralyzed by Gareth's challenge over the past weeks.Cy: Ond ymlai i ymrwymo’n llawn i sicrhau cyrraedd ein targedau a.”En: But I’m committed to fully ensuring we meet our targets."Cy: Mae hi'n cynnig cytundebau newydd a phwysleisio cyfathrebu gwell.En: She offers new proposals and emphasizes better communication.Cy: Mae Eleri’n gadarn yn ei hymateb, ond mae gwen boddhaol ar ei hwyneb.En: Eleri is firm in her response, but there is a satisfied smile on her face.Cy: “Diolch am eich gonestrwydd, Rhiannon.En: "Thank you for your honesty, Rhiannon.Cy: Mae eich cynllun yn gadarn ac mae eich diffyg dibynnu ar y tîm yn sylweddol.En: Your plan is solid, and your lack of reliance on the team is significant.Cy: Byddwn ni’n cynnig hyfforddi sy’n canolbwyntio ar arweinyddiaeth i chi.”En: We will offer leadership-focused training to you."Cy: Er nad yw hi wedi ennill dyrchafiad eto, mae Rhiannon yn ymrwymo i’r gwaith tîm.En: Although she hasn't earned a promotion yet, Rhiannon is committed to teamwork.Cy: Mae hi'n dysgu gwerth cynnwys cydweithwyr ac wynebu'r anawsterau yn agored.En: She learns the value of involving colleagues and facing difficulties openly.Cy: Yn siartio llwybr newydd, mae hi’n darganfod bododd, y gallu i rannu cyfrifoldebau a adeiladu ar gryfder y tîm, mae mwy na chynhyrchion personol.En: Charting a new path, she discovers that the ability to share responsibilities and build on the ...
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