Defnyddio’r Gymraeg yn y Gweithle: Defnyddio Rhifau — Agored Cymru QCF ESOL & Literacy Revision

    This subtopic focuses on the practical application of the Welsh number system (1–100) within vocational workplace scenarios. Learners develop the ability t

    Topic Synopsis

    This subtopic focuses on the practical application of the Welsh number system (1–100) within vocational workplace scenarios. Learners develop the ability to recognise, articulate, and utilise numbers accurately in tasks such as reading work schedules, handling transactions, interpreting data, and communicating quantities, fostering essential numeracy and bilingual communicative competence in a professional environment.

    Key Concepts & Core Principles

    Exam Tips & Revision Strategies

    Common Misconceptions & Mistakes to Avoid

    Examiner Marking Points

    Defnyddio’r Gymraeg yn y Gweithle: Defnyddio Rhifau

    AGORED CYMRU
    vocational

    This subtopic focuses on the practical application of the Welsh number system (1–100) within vocational workplace scenarios. Learners develop the ability to recognise, articulate, and utilise numbers accurately in tasks such as reading work schedules, handling transactions, interpreting data, and communicating quantities, fostering essential numeracy and bilingual communicative competence in a professional environment.

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    Assessment criteria

    Agored Cymru Dyfarniad lefel Mynediad mewn Cymraeg ail iaith: Defnyddio’r Gymraeg yn y Gweithle

    Topic Overview

    This unit, 'Defnyddio’r Gymraeg yn y Gweithle' (Using Welsh in the Workplace), is designed for learners at Entry Level within the Agored Cymru QCF framework. It focuses on developing basic Welsh language skills that are directly applicable to a work environment. You will learn to understand and use simple Welsh phrases for greetings, introductions, giving and following instructions, and discussing work-related tasks. The unit is practical and aims to build confidence in using Welsh in real workplace situations, such as in retail, hospitality, or office settings.

    Mastering this unit is important because it equips you with the foundational language skills needed to operate bilingually in a Welsh workplace. It supports the Welsh Government's goal of creating a million Welsh speakers by 2050 and helps you contribute to a Welsh-speaking work culture. By the end of the unit, you should be able to communicate basic needs, understand simple workplace signs and notices, and engage in short, routine conversations with colleagues or customers in Welsh.

    This unit fits into the broader ESOL & Literacy curriculum by bridging language learning with vocational application. It is part of a suite of qualifications that prepare learners for employment or further study in Welsh. The skills you gain here are transferable to other units, such as 'Cyfathrebu yn y Gymraeg' (Communicating in Welsh) and 'Defnyddio’r Gymraeg mewn Cymuned' (Using Welsh in the Community), creating a comprehensive foundation for Welsh language use.

    Key Concepts

    Core ideas you must understand for this topic

    • →Greetings and Introductions: Using 'Bore da' (Good morning), 'Prynhawn da' (Good afternoon), 'Sut wyt ti?' (How are you?), and 'Fi yw...' (I am...) to start conversations.
    • →Workplace Vocabulary: Key terms such as 'swyddfa' (office), 'cwsmer' (customer), 'gwaith' (work), 'cyfarfod' (meeting), and 'tasg' (task).
    • →Giving and Following Instructions: Understanding phrases like 'Agorwch y drws' (Open the door), 'Ewch i'r swyddfa' (Go to the office), and 'Darllenwch y llythyr' (Read the letter).
    • →Asking for Help: Using 'Esgusodwch fi' (Excuse me), 'Allwch chi helpu?' (Can you help?), and 'Dw i ddim yn deall' (I don't understand).
    • →Workplace Signs and Notices: Recognising common signs like 'Allanfa' (Exit), 'Perygl' (Danger), 'Agor' (Open), and 'Ar gau' (Closed).

    Learning Objectives

    What you need to know and understand

    • Defnyddio rhifau 1 – 100.(CILTBASS, CILTBASR), Deall a defnyddio rhifau 1 - 100 mewn cyd-destunau gwaith.(CILTBASU, CILTBASS)

    Assessment Criteria

    Key criteria assessors look for in your portfolio

    • Award credit for correctly writing or typing numbers as words (e.g., ‘dau ddeg tri’) in a workplace document.
    • Award credit for accurately reading aloud a series of numbers (e.g., product codes or telephone extensions) with clear Welsh pronunciation.
    • Award credit for correctly converting figures (e.g., 47) into verbal or written Welsh forms in a role-play scenario such as taking an order.

    Assessment Guidance

    Guidance for achieving higher grades

    • 💡Practice reading numbers aloud from authentic workplace materials such as invoices, rotas, or stock lists to build fluency.
    • 💡Focus on the mutation rules for numbers, particularly after ‘dau’ (m) and ‘dwy’ (f), as these are commonly assessed in contextual tasks.
    • 💡When completing written assignments, always double-check the correct spelling of numbers that incorporate mutations (e.g., ‘dau gant’ for 200 if covered) and maintain consistency.
    • 💡Tip 1: Practise speaking out loud regularly. Use the phrases in real or simulated workplace scenarios. The more you use the language, the more natural it will become. Record yourself and listen back to improve pronunciation.
    • 💡Tip 2: Focus on key vocabulary for your specific workplace. If you work in a shop, learn words like 'pris' (price), 'arian' (money), and 'newid' (change). Tailoring your learning to your job will make the unit more relevant and easier to remember.
    • 💡Tip 3: Listen carefully to the examiner's instructions during assessments. They will use the same vocabulary and phrases you have learned. If you don't understand, it's okay to ask 'Allwch chi ailadrodd?' (Can you repeat?). This shows you are using your skills.

    Common Mistakes

    Common errors to avoid in your coursework

    • Confusing mutations such as saying ‘pum deg’ instead of ‘pumdeg’ or forgetting the treiglad meddal after ‘dau/dwy’.
    • Misplacing the order of compound numbers, e.g., saying ‘tri deg pedwar’ for 34 but inadvertently producing ‘pedwar deg tri’ (which is 43).
    • Incorrectly using the feminine form ‘dwy’ when referring to masculine nouns in workplace contexts, e.g., ‘dwy o’r gloch’ vs ‘dau cwsmer’.
    • Misconception: You must speak Welsh perfectly to use it at work. Correction: At Entry Level, the focus is on basic, functional communication. Making mistakes is part of learning, and colleagues will appreciate your effort. The goal is to be understood, not to be perfect.
    • Misconception: Welsh is only used in formal settings at work. Correction: Welsh can be used in both formal and informal contexts. For example, you can greet a colleague with 'Bore da' in a meeting or say 'Diolch' (Thank you) casually. The unit covers a range of registers appropriate for different workplace situations.
    • Misconception: You need to know all the grammar rules before speaking. Correction: This unit emphasises practical use over grammar. You will learn set phrases and patterns that you can use immediately. Grammar is introduced gradually to support communication, not hinder it.

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    Before You Start

    Prior knowledge that will help with this topic

    • •Basic familiarity with the Welsh alphabet and pronunciation (e.g., knowing that 'dd' is pronounced like 'th' in 'the').
    • •Some exposure to simple Welsh greetings and numbers (1-20) would be helpful but not essential.
    • •A willingness to practise speaking and listening in Welsh, even if you feel unsure.

    Key Terminology

    Essential terms to know

    • Defnyddio rhifau 1 – 100.(CILTBASS, CILTBASR), Deall a defnyddio rhifau 1 - 100 mewn cyd-destunau gwaith.(CILTBASU, CILTBASS)

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