Definition

Proper noun * The Welsh people collectively: "Cymry" is the Welsh word for the Welsh people, referring to the Celtic nation and ethnic group native to Wales.

Usage Notes

• Capitalization: "Cymry" is always capitalized as it is a proper noun referring to a specific people.
• Context: This term is used in historical, cultural, and ethnic contexts, often to emphasize the native Welsh perspective or identity. It is less common in everyday English than "the Welsh" or "Welsh people."
• Language Origin: It is a direct borrowing from the Welsh language, where it is the standard term for the people of Wales.

Examples

• The history and culture of the Cymry have deep roots in the British Isles.
• This ancient song celebrates the resilience of the Cymry.
• Scholars study the migration patterns of the Cymry in the early medieval period.

Advanced Usage

• "Y Cymry": The definite form in Welsh, sometimes used in English for stylistic or authentic effect, meaning "The Welsh."
  • The festival aimed to celebrate the language and traditions of Y Cymry.

Variants and Related Words

• Cymric (adjective): Pertaining to the Cymry or their language and culture.
  • She is an expert in Cymric mythology.
• Cymru (proper noun): The Welsh name for Wales itself.
  • The word "Cymru" is displayed proudly on the welcome signs.

Synonyms

• The Welsh: The most common English term for the people of Wales.
• Welsh people: A standard descriptive phrase.
• Wales natives: Descriptive term for inhabitants.

Notes on Different Meanings

• This word has a single, specific meaning referring to the ethnic group. It is not to be confused with "Cymru," which is the name of the country (Wales).

Noun

1. a native or resident of Wales