Hawddamor, glwysgor glasgoed, Fis Mai haf, canys mau hoed. Cadarn farchog serchog sal, Cadwynwyrdd feistr coed anial; Cyfaill cariad ac adar, Cof y serchogion a'u car; Cennad nawugain cynnadl, Caredig urddedig ddadl.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The poem celebrates love, loyalty, and the beauty of nature, using vivid imagery of the Welsh landscape.
- In plain terms
- It praises love and nature with bright images.
- What can you take from it?
- Cherish love and the natural world.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What does nature symbolize in love?
- How does loyalty shape relationships?
Another view
The dense, archaic language may be hard for modern readers.
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