stadiwm
/ˈsdadjʊm/feminine
The Welsh word for stadium is stadiwm. If unsure, use stadiwm. Wiktionary also lists campfa.
Meaning: venue where sporting events are held (noun)
Ways to say it
| Welsh | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| stadiwm | /ˈsdadjʊm/ | feminine |
| campfa | /ˈkampva/ | feminine |
The term refers to a venue where sporting events are held.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈsdadjʊm/
Did you know?
- Unlike English, where 'stadium' is a singular noun, Welsh nouns like campfa can change their initial letter through mutation depending on the words preceding them.
- The word camp in campfa shares a distant ancestor with the English word 'camp' but shifted in meaning to refer to athletic competition and sports.
- In Welsh, the word camp can refer not only to a sporting event but also to a 'feat' or 'achievement' of strength and skill.
Examples in context
- Mae'r stad yn llawn cefnogwyr.The stadium is full of supporters.
- Mae rhaid i ni fynd i'r stadiwm.We must go to the stadium.
- Mae'r stadiwm yn wych.The stadium is great.
Example conversation
Elowen and Gareth are discussing their plans for the weekend.
- ElowenWyt ti'n mynd i'r stadiwm yfory, Gareth?Are you going to the stadium tomorrow, Gareth?
- GarethYdw, rwy'n mynd i weld y gêm.Yes, I am going to see the game.
- ElowenMae'r stadiwm yn bell oddi yma.The stadium is far from here.
- GarethYdw, rwy'n cymryd y bws.Yes, I am taking the bus.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “stadium” translations and entries stadiwm, campfa, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
