| English | Sinhala (Romanized) | Tamil (Romanized) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Hello | Ayubowan | Vanakkam | | Thank you | Istuti / Bohoma sthuthi | Nandri | | Yes / No | Ow / Naa | Aam / Illai | | How much? | Kiyada? | Evvalavu? | | Where is…? | Koheda…? | Enga…? | | I don’t understand | Mata teriye nehe | Enakku puriyavillai |
The way people speak often changes depending on where you are on the island. sri lanka language spoken
[Current Date] Objective: To provide a clear, practical overview of the linguistic landscape of Sri Lanka for travelers, business professionals, researchers, and policymakers. | English | Sinhala (Romanized) | Tamil (Romanized)
Sri Lankan Portuguese CreoleIn the coastal town of Batticaloa, a small community still speaks a form of Portuguese Creole, a remnant of the 16th-century colonial era. | | Where is…
