🇱🇰 Sinhala phrases

How to Say "It's okay" in Sinhala

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
එකක්මයි
"It's okay" in Sinhala · say it like eh-kak-mai

The most natural way to say "It's okay" in Sinhala is එකක්මයි. 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

හරි
casual and commonly used among friends
හරි හරි
emphasizes reassurance in a casual context

When to use it

You can use this phrase to reassure someone that everything is fine. It is appropriate in both casual and formal situations. It can be used in response to an apology or when someone is worried about a situation.

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Examples in Sinhala

SinhalaEnglish
ඔයාට කණගාටුයි කියනවා, එකක්මයි.I am sorry to hear that, it's okay.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse it with 'it's not okay', so be careful with the context.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear එකක්මයි, 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

Can I use this phrase in a formal setting?

Yes, it is suitable for both formal and informal situations.

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