How to Say "Hi" in Sinhala
The most natural way to say "Hi" 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 greeting someone formally or in a respectful manner. It is appropriate in both social and professional contexts. You can use it when meeting someone for the first time or when addressing elders.
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Examples in Sinhala
| Sinhala | English |
|---|---|
| ආයුබෝවන්, ඔබට කෙසේද? | Hello, how are you? |
The fastest way to remember it
Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear ආයුබෝවන්, 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 'ආයුබෝවන්'?
You should use it when greeting someone in a formal or respectful way.
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