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== Welsh Language ==
The [[Welsh language]] is considered a symbol and icon of Wales and considered a "cornerstone of Welsh identity". The language is spoken by approximately three-quarters of a million people and is growing in popularity throughout the country. Welsh can be heard on the streets, television, radio and on road signs and markings including ''Croeso y Gymru'' (welcome to Wales).<ref name=":1">{{Cite web |date=2019-07-03 |title=National symbols of Wales |url=https://www.wales.com/about/culture/national-symbols-wales |access-date=2022-09-06 |website=Wales |language=en}}</ref>
 
==== Welsh national mottos ====
 
* "{{lang|cy|Cymru am byth}}" ("Wales forever") is a popular Welsh motto.<ref>{{cite news |date=6 February 2015 |title=Cymru am byth! The meaning behind the Welsh motto |work=[[WalesOnline]] |url=http://www.walesonline.co.uk/lifestyle/fun-stuff/cymru-am-byth-meaning-behind-8592076 |access-date=22 March 2016}}</ref>
* "Y [[Welsh Dragon|Ddraig Goch]] Ddyry Cychwyn" ("the [[Welsh Dragon|red dragon]] inspires action") is a Welsh motto.<ref>{{Cite web |title=NATO Summit Wales 2014 logo unveiled |url=https://www.gov.uk/government/news/nato-summit-wales-2014-logo-unveiled |access-date=2022-09-06 |website=GOV.UK |language=en}}</ref>
 
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