Ymlaen Cymru
/əmˈlaːɨ̯n ˈkəmrɨ̞/word by word
The English phrase "come on wales" is translated into Welsh as Ymlaen Cymru.
This expression is used to cheer on and support the national team of Wales.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase Ymlaen Cymru literally translates to "Forward Wales".
Is it said differently in some regions?
In South Wales, you may hear the variation C'mon, Cymru bach!, which means "Come on, little Wales!" In North Wales, the variation Dal ati, Cymru! is heard, which translates to "Keep going, Wales!"
How does it change in a sentence?
The word Bach means "small" or "little".
How do you pronounce it?
/əmˈlaːɨ̯n ˈkəmrɨ̞/
Did you know?
- The name Cymru is etymologically linked to the English words 'Cumbria' and 'Cambria', both of which are derived from the same ancient roots used to describe the people and the land.
- While 'Forward Wales' is the standard translation, the word bach in the common chant C'mon, Cymru bach! is actually a term of endearment rather than a literal description of the country's size.
- The variation Dal ati, Cymru! uses a phrase that can be used to encourage anyone to persevere in any activity, not just sports.
Examples in context
- Mae pawb yn sibelli yn dweud, Ymlaen Cymru!Everyone is shouting, Come on Wales!
Sources
- IPA marked “word by word” joins the Wiktionary pronunciations of each word (ymlaen, Cymru) and can differ in connected speech.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Cymru, ymlaen, CC BY-SA 4.0.
