hynny yw

Welsh

Etymology

Literally, “that is”.

Adverb

hynny yw

  1. that is, that is to say, namely
    Synonym: sef

Usage notes

Abbreviated as h.y.

Further reading

  • D. G. Lewis, N. Lewis, editors (2005–present), “hynny”, in Gweiadur: the Welsh–English Dictionary, Gwerin
  • R. J. Thomas, G. A. Bevan, P. J. Donovan, A. Hawke et al., editors (1950–present), “hynny yw”, in Geiriadur Prifysgol Cymru Online (in Welsh), University of Wales Centre for Advanced Welsh & Celtic Studies
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