How to Say "No" in Sinhala
The most natural way to say "No" in Sinhala is නැහැ. 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
You can use 'නැහැ' when you want to refuse something or indicate disagreement. It is appropriate in both formal and informal contexts. Use it when someone asks you a question that you want to answer negatively.
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Examples in Sinhala
| Sinhala | English |
|---|---|
| ඔයාට කෑමක් ඕනේද? නැහැ. | Do you want food? No. |
| ඔයා එන්නෙ නැහැද? | Aren't you coming? No. |
The fastest way to remember it
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Frequently asked questions
Can I use 'නැහැ' in formal situations?
Yes, 'නැහැ' is suitable for both formal and informal contexts.
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