Definition

1. Noun:
   • A competitive festival of Welsh arts and culture: An "eisteddfod" is a traditional Welsh festival, typically held annually, that involves competitions in various artistic fields such as music (especially singing), poetry, literature, and dance.
   • A gathering for artistic competition: The term specifically denotes an event structured around contests to celebrate and preserve Welsh language and cultural heritage.

Examples of Usage

• Noun:
  • She won first prize for her harp performance at the national eisteddfod.
  • The local eisteddfod is a major event in our cultural calendar, attracting poets and musicians from all over the region.
  • Participating in an eisteddfod requires rigorous preparation and skill.

Advanced Usage

• "The National Eisteddfod of Wales": Refers to the largest and most prominent of these festivals, held annually in a different location in Wales.

  • Winning a chair at the National Eisteddfod is considered one of the highest honors for a Welsh poet.

• "Eisteddfod tradition": Refers to the historical and cultural practices associated with these festivals.

  • The eisteddfod tradition dates back to at least the 12th century.

Variants and Related Words

• Eisteddfodau (n): The plural form of "eisteddfod."

  • Several eisteddfodau are held throughout Wales each year.

• Eisteddfodic (adj): Pertaining to an eisteddfod.

  • The eisteddfodic atmosphere was filled with excitement and artistic passion.

Synonyms

• Arts festival: A festival focused on the arts.
• Cultural competition: A contest centered on cultural or artistic skills.

Related Phrases

• To compete in an eisteddfod: To take part in the contests of an eisteddfod.

  • He has been training for years to compete in an eisteddfod.

• Eisteddfod crown/chair: Prizes awarded for poetry at an eisteddfod.

  • The bard was awarded the eisteddfod chair for his epic poem.

Noun

1. any of several annual Welsh festivals involving artistic competitions (especially in singing)