How to Say "Dog" in Sinhala
The most natural way to say "Dog" in Sinhala is බල්ලා. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.
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When to use it
You can use the word 'බල්ලා' when referring to a dog in general. It is suitable for both casual and formal conversations. If you are talking about a specific dog, you might add its name or breed for clarity.
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Examples in Sinhala
| Sinhala | English |
|---|---|
| මගේ බල්ලා ඉතා සතුටුයි. | My dog is very happy. |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between 'බල්ලා' and 'කුකුළා'?
'බල්ලා' means dog, while 'කුකුළා' means chicken.
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