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== Introduction ==
Welcome to another exciting lesson in our "Complete 0 to A1 Sinhala Course"! Today, we are diving into a topic that is not only essential for beginners but also deeply intertwined with our daily lives. Understanding family and relationships in Sinhala will help you connect with the culture and people of Sri Lanka on a more personal level.


Welcome to Unit 4 of the "Complete 0 to A1 Sinhala Course"! In this unit, we will delve into the topic of Family and Relationships. Understanding how to talk about family members and relationships is an essential part of everyday life, as it allows us to communicate and connect with the people closest to us. Whether you are talking about your parents, siblings, or even extended family members, this unit will equip you with the necessary vocabulary and phrases to express yourself confidently in Sinhala.
Family is the cornerstone of society in Sri Lanka, and being able to talk about your family members and relationships will greatly enhance your conversational skills. Whether you want to introduce your family or simply discuss your relationships, this vocabulary will serve as a vital tool in your language journey.


To ensure a comprehensive learning experience, this lesson will be divided into several sections. We will begin by introducing the basic vocabulary related to family members. Then, we will explore the various relationships we have with our family members, including marital relationships and relationships between siblings. Finally, we will discuss the cultural significance of family and relationships in Sinhala society, providing interesting facts and anecdotes along the way.
In this lesson, we will cover the following sections:


So, let's get started on our journey to expand our Sinhala vocabulary and deepen our understanding of family and relationships!
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=== Family Members ===
 
==== Immediate Family ====
 
==== Extended Family ====
 
=== Relationships ===
 
=== Practice Exercises ===


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=== Conclusion ===
 
== Family Members ==
 
Family members in Sinhala are referred to with specific terms that can vary based on the relationship and context. Let’s break down the vocabulary for immediate and extended family members.


=== Vocabulary: Family Members ===
=== Immediate Family ===


To begin, let's learn the Sinhala words for various family members. Here are some common terms you can use to refer to your family members:
Immediate family includes those closest to you—your parents, siblings, and children. Below is a table of common immediate family terms in Sinhala.


{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Sinhala !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
 
! Sinhala !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
|-
| අම්මා || ammā || mother
 
| අම්මා || amma || Mother
 
|-
|-
| තාත්තා || tāttā || father
 
| තාත්තා || thāttā || Father
 
|-
|-
| පියා || piyā || son
 
| සහෝදරයා || sahōdarayā || Brother
 
|-
|-
| දුරුතුමාගේ පුද්ගලිකයා || durutumāge pudgalikayā || daughter-in-law
 
| සහෝදරිය || sahōdariyā || Sister
 
|-
|-
| මව් || mā || daughter
 
| දරුවා || daruvā || Child
 
|-
|-
| මහාචාර්යා || mahāchāryā || grandmother
 
| කුඩා දරුවා || kuḍā daruvā || Baby
 
|}
 
=== Extended Family ===
 
Extended family encompasses relatives beyond the immediate family, such as grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins. Here are the terms used to describe extended family members.
 
{| class="wikitable"
 
! Sinhala !! Pronunciation !! English
 
|-
|-
| මාතා || māthā || grandfather
 
| තාත්තාගේ මොළකොල් || tāttāge moḷakol || Grandfather
 
|-
|-
| මාතානියා || māthāniyā || grandmother (paternal)
 
| අම්මාගේ මොළකොල් || ammage moḷakol || Grandmother
 
|-
|-
| මාතාන්යා || māthānyā || grandfather (paternal)
 
| මුවා || muvā || Uncle
 
|-
|-
| මාතාරින් || māthārin || grandmother (maternal)
 
| මව් || māv || Aunt
 
|-
|-
| මාතාරා || māthārā || grandfather (maternal)
 
| සහෝදරයා උඩු || sahōdarayā uḍu || Cousin (male)
 
|-
|-
| සහෝදරියා || sahōdariyā || sister
 
|-
| සහෝදරිය උඩු || sahōdariyā uḍu || Cousin (female)
| සහෝදරියාගේ පුද්ගලිකයා || sahōdariyāge pudgalikayā || sister-in-law
 
|-
| සහෝදරි || sahōdari || brother
|-
| සහෝදරිගේ පුද්ගලිකයා || sahōdarige pudgalikayā || brother-in-law
|}
|}


Take your time to practice these words and their pronunciations. Familiarize yourself with the vocabulary by saying the words out loud and using them in sentences. This will help you remember them more effectively.
== Relationships ==


=== Relationships ===
Understanding relationships goes beyond just family; it includes friends, colleagues, and acquaintances. Here are some useful terms to describe various relationships:
 
{| class="wikitable"


Now that we have learned the vocabulary for family members, let's move on to understanding the various relationships we have with them. In Sinhala, different words are used to describe these relationships, depending on the context and the relative's gender. Let's explore some of these relationships:
! Sinhala !! Pronunciation !! English


1. Marital Relationships:
|-


In Sinhala culture, the terms used to describe marital relationships vary based on whether the relative is from the husband's side or the wife's side. Here are some common terms you can use to refer to your in-laws:
| යාළුවා || yāḷuvā || Friend (male)


{| class="wikitable"
! Sinhala !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
|-
|-
| මාතාමා || māthāmā || mother-in-law
 
| යාළුවිය || yāḷuviyā || Friend (female)
 
|-
|-
| මාතාතුමා || māthātumā || father-in-law
 
| සොයා || sōyā || Partner
 
|-
|-
| මාතාවාරු || māthāvāru || sister-in-law (husband's sister)
 
| මිතුරන් || mithuran || Friends (plural)
 
|-
|-
| මාතාවාරුව || māthāvāruva || brother-in-law (husband's brother)
 
| රටේ ජාතිකයෝ || raṭē jātikayō || National (relating to community)
 
|-
|-
| සහෝදරිගේ පුද්ගලිකයා || sahōdarige pudgalikayā || brother-in-law (wife's brother)
 
|-
| ආදරය || ādaraya || Love
| සහෝදරිගේ පුද්ගලිකවාදී || sahōdarige pudgalikavādī || sister-in-law (wife's sister)
 
|}
|}


2. Relationships Between Siblings:
== Practice Exercises ==
 
Now that we've covered the vocabulary, let's put your knowledge to the test! Here are some practice exercises to help you apply what you've learned.
 
=== Exercise 1: Vocabulary Matching ===
 
Match the Sinhala words with their correct English translations.
 
1. අම්මා
 
2. සහෝදරයා
 
3. යාළුවිය
 
4. තාත්තාගේ මොළකොල්
 
* A. Friend (female)
 
* B. Father
 
* C. Mother
 
* D. Grandfather
 
''Solution:''
 
* 1 → C
 
* 2 → B
 
* 3 → A
 
* 4 → D
 
=== Exercise 2: Fill in the Blanks ===
 
Fill in the blanks with the correct Sinhala word from the list: (අම්මා, නාට්‍යය, තාත්තා)
 
1. My ______ is very kind. (Mother)
 
2. My ______ works hard. (Father)
 
''Solution:''
 
1. අම්මා
 
2. තාත්තා
 
=== Exercise 3: Sentence Formation ===
 
Create sentences using the following words.
 
1. දරුවා (Child)
 
2. යාළුවා (Friend)
 
''Example Sentences:''
 
* මගේ දරුවා පාසලට යනවා. (My child goes to school.)
 
* මට යාළුවා ඕනෑ. (I need a friend.)


In Sinhala, the terms used to describe relationships between siblings also depend on the relative's gender. Here are some common terms you can use to refer to your siblings:
=== Exercise 4: Translation Challenge ===


{| class="wikitable"
Translate the following sentences into Sinhala.
! Sinhala !! Pronunciation !! English Translation
 
|-
1. This is my grandmother.
| සහෝදරියා || sahōdariyā || sister
 
|-
2. He is my brother.
| සහෝදරි || sahōdari || brother
 
|}
''Solution:''
 
1. මෙය මගේ මොළකොල්.
 
2. ඔහු මගේ සහෝදරයා.
 
=== Exercise 5: Role Play ===
 
In pairs, practice introducing your family members to each other using the vocabulary learned.
 
''Example:''
 
* "This is my mother. Her name is Amma."
 
=== Exercise 6: True or False ===
 
Determine if the following statements are true or false based on the vocabulary learned.
 
1. "තාත්තා" means "Mother." (False)
 
2. "යාළුවා" means "Friend (male)." (True)
 
=== Exercise 7: Vocabulary Quiz ===
 
Choose the correct Sinhala word for the following English words.
 
1. Sister


Keep in mind that these terms can vary based on dialect and regional variations. It is always helpful to ask a native speaker or someone familiar with Sinhala culture for guidance if you are unsure.
* A. සහෝදරිය


=== Cultural Insights ===
* B. තාත්තා


Family and relationships hold great importance in Sinhala culture. The concept of the family extends beyond the nuclear family to include extended family members as well. In Sinhala society, it is common for several generations to live together under one roof, fostering close bonds and a strong sense of community.
''Solution: A''


Respect for elders is deeply ingrained in Sinhala culture. Younger family members are expected to show deference and obedience to their elders, and decisions are often made collectively, with input from multiple family members. The extended family plays a significant role in providing support and guidance to individuals, and family gatherings are an integral part of Sinhala traditions.
=== Exercise 8: Dialogue Practice ===


It is also worth noting that marriage holds a special place in Sinhala culture. Traditional Sinhala weddings are vibrant and elaborate affairs, often spanning several days. These ceremonies are marked by colorful rituals, music, dance, and an abundance of delicious food. Weddings are seen as a celebration not only of the couple's union but also of the coming together of two families.
Create a short dialogue using at least five vocabulary words.


=== Practice Exercises ===
''Example:''


Now that we have covered the vocabulary and cultural aspects of family and relationships, it's time to put your knowledge into practice. Here are a few exercises to help you reinforce what you have learned:
* A: "ආයුබෝවන්! මගේ නම සෝයයි."


1. Match the following family members with their corresponding Sinhala terms:
* B: "ආයුබෝවන්! මට යාළුවා වගේ!"


a. Mother
=== Exercise 9: Family Tree Diagram ===
b. Son
c. Grandfather
d. Sister


i. අම්මා
Draw a family tree and label each member with the correct Sinhala term.
ii. මාතාන්යා
iii. සහෝදරියා
iv. පියා


Solution:
=== Exercise 10: Reflection ===
a - i
b - iv
c - ii
d - iii


2. Fill in the blanks with the appropriate Sinhala terms for family members:
Write a short paragraph about your family using at least three new Sinhala vocabulary words.


a. My _______ is visiting next week.
''Example:''
b. I have two _______ and one _______.
c. She is my _______.
d. His _______ is a doctor.


Solution:
* "මගේ අම්මා සහ තාත්තා මට සහය වන්නේ."
a. My mother is visiting next week.
b. I have two sisters and one brother.
c. She is my daughter.
d. His father is a doctor.


3. Translate the following sentences from English to Sinhala:
== Conclusion ==


a. She is my sister.
Congratulations! You have successfully learned essential vocabulary related to family and relationships in Sinhala. Remember, the connections we share with our loved ones are fundamental to understanding any culture, and being able to express these relationships in Sinhala will open up new avenues for conversation.
b. Our grandmother is very wise.
c. His wife is a teacher.
d. I have three brothers and two sisters.


Solution:
Keep practicing these words and phrases, and don't hesitate to use them in your daily interactions. As you continue on this journey toward fluency, remember that every small step counts.
a. ඔව් සහෝදරියාකාරියායි.
b. අපේ මහාචාර්යා ඉතාම සිත්තම් විසින් සිටියායි.
c. ඔවුන්ගේ පවුලේ ගුරුවරියායි.
d. මම තුන් සහෝදරියාසහන් සහ දෙක සහෝදරිවයි.


Congratulations on completing the exercises! You are now one step closer to mastering the vocabulary and concepts related to family and relationships in Sinhala.
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Sinhala → Vocabulary → 0 to A1 Course → Family and Relationships

Welcome to another exciting lesson in our "Complete 0 to A1 Sinhala Course"! Today, we are diving into a topic that is not only essential for beginners but also deeply intertwined with our daily lives. Understanding family and relationships in Sinhala will help you connect with the culture and people of Sri Lanka on a more personal level.

Family is the cornerstone of society in Sri Lanka, and being able to talk about your family members and relationships will greatly enhance your conversational skills. Whether you want to introduce your family or simply discuss your relationships, this vocabulary will serve as a vital tool in your language journey.

In this lesson, we will cover the following sections:

Family Members[edit | edit source]

Immediate Family[edit | edit source]

Extended Family[edit | edit source]

Relationships[edit | edit source]

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Family Members[edit | edit source]

Family members in Sinhala are referred to with specific terms that can vary based on the relationship and context. Let’s break down the vocabulary for immediate and extended family members.

Immediate Family[edit | edit source]

Immediate family includes those closest to you—your parents, siblings, and children. Below is a table of common immediate family terms in Sinhala.

Sinhala Pronunciation English
අම්මා amma Mother
තාත්තා thāttā Father
සහෝදරයා sahōdarayā Brother
සහෝදරිය sahōdariyā Sister
දරුවා daruvā Child
කුඩා දරුවා kuḍā daruvā Baby

Extended Family[edit | edit source]

Extended family encompasses relatives beyond the immediate family, such as grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins. Here are the terms used to describe extended family members.

Sinhala Pronunciation English
තාත්තාගේ මොළකොල් tāttāge moḷakol Grandfather
අම්මාගේ මොළකොල් ammage moḷakol Grandmother
මුවා muvā Uncle
මව් māv Aunt
සහෝදරයා උඩු sahōdarayā uḍu Cousin (male)
සහෝදරිය උඩු sahōdariyā uḍu Cousin (female)

Relationships[edit | edit source]

Understanding relationships goes beyond just family; it includes friends, colleagues, and acquaintances. Here are some useful terms to describe various relationships:

Sinhala Pronunciation English
යාළුවා yāḷuvā Friend (male)
යාළුවිය yāḷuviyā Friend (female)
සොයා sōyā Partner
මිතුරන් mithuran Friends (plural)
රටේ ජාතිකයෝ raṭē jātikayō National (relating to community)
ආදරය ādaraya Love

Practice Exercises[edit | edit source]

Now that we've covered the vocabulary, let's put your knowledge to the test! Here are some practice exercises to help you apply what you've learned.

Exercise 1: Vocabulary Matching[edit | edit source]

Match the Sinhala words with their correct English translations.

1. අම්මා

2. සහෝදරයා

3. යාළුවිය

4. තාත්තාගේ මොළකොල්

  • A. Friend (female)
  • B. Father
  • C. Mother
  • D. Grandfather

Solution:

  • 1 → C
  • 2 → B
  • 3 → A
  • 4 → D

Exercise 2: Fill in the Blanks[edit | edit source]

Fill in the blanks with the correct Sinhala word from the list: (අම්මා, නාට්‍යය, තාත්තා)

1. My ______ is very kind. (Mother)

2. My ______ works hard. (Father)

Solution:

1. අම්මා

2. තාත්තා

Exercise 3: Sentence Formation[edit | edit source]

Create sentences using the following words.

1. දරුවා (Child)

2. යාළුවා (Friend)

Example Sentences:

  • මගේ දරුවා පාසලට යනවා. (My child goes to school.)
  • මට යාළුවා ඕනෑ. (I need a friend.)

Exercise 4: Translation Challenge[edit | edit source]

Translate the following sentences into Sinhala.

1. This is my grandmother.

2. He is my brother.

Solution:

1. මෙය මගේ මොළකොල්.

2. ඔහු මගේ සහෝදරයා.

Exercise 5: Role Play[edit | edit source]

In pairs, practice introducing your family members to each other using the vocabulary learned.

Example:

  • "This is my mother. Her name is Amma."

Exercise 6: True or False[edit | edit source]

Determine if the following statements are true or false based on the vocabulary learned.

1. "තාත්තා" means "Mother." (False)

2. "යාළුවා" means "Friend (male)." (True)

Exercise 7: Vocabulary Quiz[edit | edit source]

Choose the correct Sinhala word for the following English words.

1. Sister

  • A. සහෝදරිය
  • B. තාත්තා

Solution: A

Exercise 8: Dialogue Practice[edit | edit source]

Create a short dialogue using at least five vocabulary words.

Example:

  • A: "ආයුබෝවන්! මගේ නම සෝයයි."
  • B: "ආයුබෝවන්! මට යාළුවා වගේ!"

Exercise 9: Family Tree Diagram[edit | edit source]

Draw a family tree and label each member with the correct Sinhala term.

Exercise 10: Reflection[edit | edit source]

Write a short paragraph about your family using at least three new Sinhala vocabulary words.

Example:

  • "මගේ අම්මා සහ තාත්තා මට සහය වන්නේ."

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Congratulations! You have successfully learned essential vocabulary related to family and relationships in Sinhala. Remember, the connections we share with our loved ones are fundamental to understanding any culture, and being able to express these relationships in Sinhala will open up new avenues for conversation.

Keep practicing these words and phrases, and don't hesitate to use them in your daily interactions. As you continue on this journey toward fluency, remember that every small step counts.

Table of Contents - Sinhala Course - 0 to A1[edit source]


Unit 1: Introduction


Unit 2: Basic Grammar


Unit 3: Sinhala Culture


Unit 4: Daily Life


Unit 5: Advanced Grammar


Unit 6: Sinhala Society


Unit 7: Holidays and Travel


Unit 8: Conversational Sinhala


Unit 9: Sinhala History


Unit 10: Proficiency Test Preparation

Videos[edit | edit source]

Sinhala lesson 7 - Family members - YouTube[edit | edit source]

Names of Members of the Family in English with Sinhala ...[edit | edit source]

Family members and relations in Sinhala | පවුලේ සාමාජිකයන් ...[edit | edit source]


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