welsh
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /wɛlʃ/
KK: /wɛlʃ/
intransitive verb
Definition
To fail to keep a promise or obligation, especially in a casual or informal context.
Example
He welshes on his bets, leaving his friends frustrated.
Tense Forms
Past: welsh
Past Participle: welsh
Conversation
Did you hear about Jake? He totally welsh on that bet we made.
No way! I can't believe he would do that.
Yeah, it's so frustrating when people welsh like that.
Right? It really ruins the trust in our group.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
default
renege
backtrack
Antonyms
fulfill
pay
honor
noun
Definition
A person from Wales or the language spoken by the people of Wales.
Example
She learned Welsh to communicate better with her grandparents.
Conversation
Have you ever met a Welsh person before?
Yeah, I met one at a festival last year.
They were so proud of their culture and the Welsh language.
Root Explanation
The word 'welsh' originates from Old English 'wælisc', meaning foreign or Celtic. It specifically refers to the people and language of Wales, distinguishing them from the Anglo-Saxons.
Memory Tip
Think of 'wælisc' meaning foreign, which helps you remember that 'welsh' refers to the people and language from Wales, distinguishing them from others.
Visually Confused Words
wellish
weesh
walsh