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How to Say "How are you?" in Sinhala

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
ඔබට කෙසේද?
"How are you?" in Sinhala · say it like obata keseda

The most natural way to say "How are you?" in Sinhala is ඔබට කෙසේද?. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

කෙසේද?
A more casual way to ask.
ඔබට කොහොමද?
A slightly more formal version.

When to use it

You can use this phrase when greeting someone you know. It is appropriate in both formal and informal settings. It shows that you care about the other person's well-being.

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Examples in Sinhala

SinhalaEnglish
ඔබට කෙසේද?How are you?
Common mistake
Some learners forget to use the polite form 'ඔබට' when speaking to someone older or in a formal context.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Is it okay to use this phrase with strangers?

Yes, it is polite and appropriate to use with strangers.

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