swyn

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Welsh

Etymology

From Latin signum.

Pronunciation

  • Lua error in Module:parameters at line 95: Parameter 1 should be a valid language or etymology language code; the value "cy-N" is not valid. See WT:LOL and WT:LOL/E. IPA(key): /suːɨ̯n/
  • Lua error in Module:parameters at line 95: Parameter 1 should be a valid language or etymology language code; the value "cy-S" is not valid. See WT:LOL and WT:LOL/E. IPA(key): /sʊi̯n/

Noun

swyn m (plural swynion, not mutable)

  1. spell, incantation
  2. sorcery, witchcraft
  3. magic remedy, charm for healing
  4. (magic) charm, amulet, talisman
  5. sign, ceremony, ritual, blessing
  6. charm, fascination

Derived terms

References

  • R. J. Thomas, G. A. Bevan, P. J. Donovan, A. Hawke et al., editors (1950–present), “swyn”, in Geiriadur Prifysgol Cymru Online (in Welsh), University of Wales Centre for Advanced Welsh & Celtic Studies
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