🇱🇰 Sinhala phrases

How to Say "Long time no see" in Sinhala

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
ආයුබෝවන්
"Long time no see" in Sinhala · say it like aa-yu-bo-wan

The most natural way to say "Long time no see" 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.

Other ways to say it

කොහොමද?
used casually to ask how someone is doing
හොඳයිද?
another casual way to check on someone's well-being

When to use it

Use this phrase when you meet someone you haven't seen in a while. It expresses warmth and friendliness. It can be used in both formal and informal settings. You can also follow it up with a question about their well-being.

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Examples in Sinhala

SinhalaEnglish
ආයුබෝවන්! කෙසේද?Long time no see! How are you?
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this phrase with a simple hello, but it specifically conveys that you haven't seen the person in a while.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Is this phrase used in formal situations?

Yes, it can be used in both formal and informal contexts.

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