How to Say "Excuse me" in Sinhala
The most natural way to say "Excuse me" in Sinhala is කණගාටුයි. 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
Use this phrase when you want to politely interrupt someone or get their attention. It can also be used to apologize for a minor inconvenience. It is suitable in both formal and informal settings.
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Examples in Sinhala
| Sinhala | English |
|---|---|
| කණගාටුයි, ඔබට කතා කරන්න පුළුවන්ද? | Excuse me, can I talk to you? |
The fastest way to remember it
Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear කණගාටුයි, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Sinhala with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.
Frequently asked questions
When should I use 'කණගාටුයි'?
Use it when you need to politely interrupt or ask for someone's attention.
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