🇱🇰 Sinhala phrases

How to Say "Well done" in Sinhala

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
හොඳයි
"Well done" in Sinhala · say it like hon-day

The most natural way to say "Well done" in Sinhala is හොඳයි. 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

සුපිරි
used to express something is excellent or outstanding
ආදර්ශයි
more formal, used in professional or academic contexts

When to use it

You can use this phrase to praise someone's effort or achievement. It is commonly used in both casual and formal situations. It can be said to friends, family, or colleagues when they do something commendable.

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Examples in Sinhala

SinhalaEnglish
ඔයාගේ වැඩ හොඳයි.Your work is well done.
ඔහුගේ ඉදිරිපත් කිරීම හොඳයි.His presentation was well done.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this phrase with 'හොඳ' which means 'good' but is less specific about praise.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Can I use this phrase in a formal setting?

Yes, it is appropriate in both formal and informal contexts.

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