What’s with All the Double Ls? Welsh Spelling Secrets Revealed
Welsh might look a little puzzling at first—with words like Llanelli or Llyfr—but once you unlock its spelling secrets, it becomes a fun adventure. Welsh uses combinations of letters that work like new sounds, giving kids a whole new way to see the alphabet.
The Mystery of Double L
In Welsh, LL is its own letter—not just two Ls! It’s pronounced like a soft hiss mixed with an L. Try saying it by placing your tongue as if you’re going to say “L” but blowing air out the sides. It sounds unique—and super fun to try!
Other cool letter combos include:
- DD – sounds like “th” in “this”
- CH – like a strong “H” from the throat
- RH – a breathy “R” sound
Why It’s Exciting for Kids
These unusual sounds make Welsh feel like a code to crack. Kids enjoy repeating words with new patterns—especially with help from visuals and games. Dinolingo supports this process with Welsh animations, sound games, and spelling practice designed for young learners.
Try These Spelling Fun Ideas
Letter Hunt Game
Print a page with Welsh words. Ask kids to circle every “LL,” “DD,” or “CH” they find. Reward them for spotting each special combo.
Sound It Out Challenge
Say a few Welsh letter pairs and have kids match them with animal names, places, or simple objects in Welsh.
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