Language/Sinhala/Culture/Traditional-Arts-and-Crafts

Sinhala Culture → Unit 6: Sinhala Society → Traditional Arts and Crafts

Traditional Arts and Crafts are an essential part of Sri Lankan heritage. From pottery to woodcarving, Sinhala arts and crafts are incredibly diverse and have a rich history. In this lesson, you will learn about the traditional arts and crafts of the Sinhala people.

Batik

Batik is a traditional textile art that originated in Indonesia and later spread to Sri Lanka. It involves using wax to create intricate patterns on fabric and then dyeing the fabric to create beautiful designs. Batik is a significant art form in Sri Lanka, and it's used to make things like sarongs, dresses, and shirts.

Here are some essential Batik vocabulary words:

Sinhala	Pronunciation	English
බටික්	bâtik	Batik
මිට්ලු	mîtlu	Melt

Woodcarving

Woodcarving is another traditional Sinhala art. It involves carving intricate designs in large pieces of wood. Woodcarving is used to make things like masks, furniture, and other decorative pieces. The most famous center of woodcarving in Sri Lanka is the city of Ambalangoda.

Here are some essential Woodcarving vocabulary words:

Sinhala	Pronunciation	English
ගොල්පඤ්ඤා	golpandtha	Wood
පැතිකඩ	pêtikada	Chisel

Pottery

Pottery is yet another traditional Sinhala craft. Pottery-making involves shaping clay into various forms like pots, bowls, vases and other decorative items. Pottery is an art form that goes back thousands of years in Sri Lanka, and it is still practiced today. The potter's wheel is used to create unique shapes and designs.

Here are some essential Pottery vocabulary words:

Sinhala	Pronunciation	English
පොත්තා	pottâ	Pottery
තොල්	tol	Clay

Summary

Traditional Sinhala arts and crafts are an essential part of Sri Lankan heritage. Batik, Woodcarving, and Pottery are just a few examples of the diverse arts and crafts that the Sinhala people are known for. By learning about these arts and crafts, you can gain a better understanding of the rich history and culture of Sri Lanka.

Table of Contents - Sinhala Course - 0 to A1

• Course Presentation

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Unit 1: Introduction

• Greetings and Introductions
• Numbers and Counting

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Unit 2: Basic Grammar

• Sinhala Alphabet
• Nouns and Pronouns
• Verbs and Tenses

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Unit 3: Sinhala Culture

• Festivals and Celebrations
• Sinhala Cuisine

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Unit 4: Daily Life

• Family and Relationships
• Transportation and Directions

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Unit 5: Advanced Grammar

• Adjectives and Adverbs
• Conditional and Subjunctive
• Passive Voice

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Unit 6: Sinhala Society

• Sinhala Folklore and Legends
• Traditional Arts and Crafts

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Unit 7: Holidays and Travel

• Booking and Checking In
• Tourist Attractions and Activities

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Unit 8: Conversational Sinhala

• Expressions and Idioms
• Sinhala Slang and Colloquialisms

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Unit 9: Sinhala History

• Ancient Civilization of Sri Lanka
• European Colonization and Independence

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Unit 10: Proficiency Test Preparation

• Listening and Reading Comprehension
• Speaking and Writing Production

Related Lessons

• Ancient Civilization of Sri Lanka
• Sri Lanka Timeline
• European Colonization and Independence
• Festivals and Celebrations
• Sinhala Folklore and Legends
• Sinhala Cuisine