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Cornish word

yw

is, are (3rd person)

verb

yw means “is, are (3rd person)” in Cornish and is used as a verb.

yw in context

Py eur yw?

What time is it?

A1

Pur vysi yw an le ma der an hav.

This place is very busy through the summer.

B1

Res yw dhywgh ragerghi le rag an kyttrin leel.

You need to book a seat for the local bus.

B1

Peth yw hebma?

What is this?

A1

An Yeth Kernewek yw tresor yn kolon an wonisogeth kernewek ha honanieth unnik dhe Gernow.

The Cornish language, Kernewek, is a treasure at the heart of Cornish culture and Cornwall’s unique cultural identity.

B2

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