How to Say "Yes" in Sinhala
The most natural way to say "Yes" in Sinhala is ඔව්. 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 'ඔව්' in response to questions or statements when you agree or confirm something. It is suitable for both formal and informal situations. Use it when you want to express affirmation clearly.
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Examples in Sinhala
| Sinhala | English |
|---|---|
| ඔබට මෙය අවශ්යද? ඔව්. | Do you need this? Yes. |
| ඔබට කෑම කැමතියිද? ඔව්, මට කැමතියි. | Do you like the food? Yes, I like it. |
The fastest way to remember it
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Frequently asked questions
When should I use 'ඔව්'?
Use 'ඔව්' when you want to agree or confirm something in any conversation.
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