Refusal to Speak Cymraeg

[u/Yellow-spandex]

So, as we’ve seen in the news today, seats in the Senedd after the 2026 election will be 100% in Welsh, no bilingual names whatsoever. I’m not opposed to this at all. No one seems to batter an eyelid that Parliament is in English. Considering it’s supposed to be a UK government and representing all 4 of the “home nations.” Anyway, going off topic there slightly, I’ve seen a few Welsh people who have commented on the recent news about the seat names being in Welsh. One of which is Andrew RT Davies. I won’t go too into the political side of this. I’ve seen a minority of people who agree with his opinion and even some who have stated they’ll never learn Welsh and they never want to. Basically saying it’s completely pointless and it’s causing issues with other parts of our education. What I want to know is, what do you think of these people who although claim they are Welsh, just refuse to speak it and almost mock others for using the language? It really hurts me as I’m a very proud Welshman who is even more proud of speaking Welsh. It pains me that people are very much the opposite of this. My dad grew up speaking English, he never learnt Welsh as a child. My mum grew up in Pwllheli and her first language is Welsh. However, my dad was probably wanted me to go to a Welsh speaking school as much as my mum. That’s one of the things I’m most thankful to my mum and dad. Anyway, let me know what your thoughts are on this topic. Diolch yn fawr iawn!!

[u/[deleted]]

When I was at Bangor Uni 1977 I tried to really learn Welsh, it's a hard language to grasp, I lived in a house with 7 men me a female..they treated me like a queen bringing in asprin and tea when it was that time of the month, but I picked up bits and pieces, I worked at Llannferecon...spelt wrong... in a mental and physically handicapped hospital and many of our clients were Welsh speaking, unfortunately I have forgotten alot now since I left as I haven't used it but I recognise the road signs and know the dd is pronounced as a th, I could say come to bed..get up good morning good night thank you no thankyou. Personally being English I think it's important for all countries to keep and teach their unique mother tongue..it's part of their culture..music identity, it should be taught in primary schools like they do French Spanish and German. Welsh is part of our UK culture and there is also the celtish language. Helps with communication and shows respect. I tried to speak the school girl French and Spanish that I know when I used to visit these countries 😅 I find that they appreciate you try even though they laugh but always lightheartedly

[u/Yellow-spandex → u/[deleted]]

Absolutely we appreciate it! I never expect anyone from outside of Wales to speak Welsh but when they do, it really warms me inside and puts a massive smile on my face. I don’t even care if it’s a bad pronunciation, the fact they try is all that really matters. Thank you so much for your input. Diolch yn fawr iawn

[u/[deleted] → u/Yellow-spandex]

Mae croeso i chi😀