🇱🇰 Sinhala phrases

How to Say "What's up?" in Sinhala

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
කොහොමද?
"What's up?" in Sinhala · say it like kohomada

The most natural way to say "What's up?" in Sinhala is කොහොමද?. 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 ඔබට?
a more formal way to ask, suitable for elders or in formal settings
ආයුබෝවන්
a formal greeting, often used in more respectful contexts

When to use it

Use this phrase when greeting friends or acquaintances. It is a casual way to check in on someone. You can use it in both spoken and written communication.

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Examples in Sinhala

SinhalaEnglish
කොහොමද, මිතුරා?How are you, friend?
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with more formal greetings and use it in inappropriate contexts.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Is this phrase used in formal situations?

No, it is primarily used in casual settings.

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