babi
/ˈbabɪ/
The English phrase "baby" is translated into Welsh as babi.
babi is used to refer to a very young human being.
Meaning: very young human being (noun)
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈbabɪ/
Did you know?
- In traditional Welsh folklore, the 'Gwyllion' were mythical creatures who would occasionally steal a babi to replace it with a changeling.
- While babi is used for infants, Welsh speakers often use the word bach (meaning 'small') as a standalone term of endearment for a child or loved one.
- The word babi is a loanword borrowed directly from the English 'baby'.
Examples in context
- Mae'r babi yn dawel.The baby is quiet.
- Mae'r babi yn cysgu yn y gwrn.The baby is sleeping in the crib.
Example conversation
Rhys and Rhiannon are looking at a photo.
- RhysEdrych ar y babi hwn!Look at this baby!
- RhiannonMae e'n rhyfeddyl iawn.He is very wonderful.
- RhysPwy yw'r babi?Who is the baby?
- RhiannonMae hwn yn fy nefid.This is my nephew.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry babi, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries babi, CC BY-SA 4.0.
