Welsh dialect

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.