Welsh
Also known as: Cymraeg
A Brittonic Celtic language and the most-spoken Celtic language. Co-official in Wales, with around 900,000 speakers and a strong contemporary literary and broadcast presence.
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Frequently asked questions
What language is Welsh?
Welsh is a dialect of Welsh.
Which region is Welsh associated with?
Welsh is part of the Europe region on DialectAtlas.
Is Welsh known by other names?
Yes — Welsh is also referred to as Cymraeg.