How to Say "Goodbye" in Sinhala
The most natural way to say "Goodbye" in Sinhala is ආයුබෝවන්. 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 'ආයුබෝවන්' when you are parting ways with someone in a polite manner. It is suitable for both formal and informal situations. You can use it when leaving a gathering or saying farewell to a friend.
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Examples in Sinhala
| Sinhala | English |
|---|---|
| ආයුබෝවන්, මට යන්න ඕනේ. | Goodbye, I need to go. |
| ඔබට ආයුබෝවන්! | Goodbye to you! |
The fastest way to remember it
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Frequently asked questions
Is 'ආයුබෝවන්' used in all situations?
It is generally used in polite contexts; for casual farewells, you might use 'සමුගන්නවා'.
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