rhifau
The Welsh word for numbers is rhifau.
rhifau refers to symbols or words used to count or measure things.
How does it change in a sentence?
The singular form of rhifau is rhif. To form the plural, the suffix -au is added to rhif.
Did you know?
- Welsh poets use rhifau as tools in cynghanedd, a strict system of alliteration where the sound of a number is more important than its mathematical value.
- Ancient Welsh culture utilized a vigesimal logic for certain counts, a trait that mirrors the historical counting systems of the French language.
- While 'rhif' means number, the Welsh word for a 'digit' or a single figure is often related to the word for 'finger', mirroring how many ancient languages conceptualized counting.
Examples in context
- Mae angen rhifau ar y map.Numbers are needed on the map.
- Mae'r rhifau hyn yn anghywir.These numbers are incorrect.
Example conversation
Sian is helping Owain with his homework.
- SianWyt ti'n gallu darllen y rhifau hyn, Owain?Can you read these numbers, Owain?
- OwainYdw, ond maen nhw'n anodd.Yes, but they are difficult.
- SianGallwn nhau helpu ti.I can help you.
- OwainDiolch, Sian.Thanks, Sian.
