The longest placename in the world?
Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch.
Phew – there! we said it. Hmm, okay well not quite. But have you ever wondered how to pronounce the name of this village, just a stone’s throw from Plas Coch holiday park? Have you ever wondered what the name means? Well wonder no more, because we can explain everything you need to know!
Meaning
The name is Welsh for “St Mary’s church in the hollow of the white hazel near to the rapid whirlpool and the church of St Tysilio of the red cave”.
How to say the name
A brilliant guide to understanding and saying the name is given on what is probably also the longest website domain name in the world! Have a go at saying it yourself, you can also listen to a sound file from a native Welsh speaker for tips on how to pronounce each part of the name.
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What is the longest placename in the world? Come to think of it, what’s the shortest or strangest placename in the world? Please help us to find the answers!
