🇱🇰 Sinhala phrases

How to Say "What does this mean?" in Sinhala

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
මෙය කුමක්ද?
"What does this mean?" in Sinhala · say it like meh-yah koo-mak-dah

The most natural way to say "What does this mean?" in Sinhala is මෙය කුමක්ද?. 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

මෙය කුමක්දැයි?
A slightly more formal way to ask.
මෙය කුමක් කියන්නේ?
A casual way to inquire about the meaning.

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you encounter something unfamiliar. It is suitable in both casual and formal contexts. Use it when you want clarification on a word, phrase, or concept.

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Examples in Sinhala

SinhalaEnglish
මෙය කුමක්ද?What does this mean?
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this phrase with 'මෙය කුමක්දැයි?' which is more formal.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Can I use this phrase in a formal meeting?

Yes, it is appropriate to use in formal settings when seeking clarification.

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