Language/Sinhala/Vocabulary/Speaking-and-Writing-Production
As a Sinhala language teacher for 20 years, I understand the importance of practicing speaking and writing skills. In this lesson, you will learn how to further develop these skills by completing exercises and tests based on authentic situations and topics.
To start, let's review some common phrases and words that will be useful in a variety of situations.
Heading level 1: Common Phrases and Words
Heading level 2: Greetings
- Hello! - හෙලෝ ඉහළින් කියවන්න (Helo ihalina kiyawanna)
- How are you? - ඔබට කොහොමද (Obe kohomada)
- I'm fine, thank you. - මම හොඳම තත්වයි, ස්තුතියි (Mama hodama thathwayi, sthuthiyi)
- What's your name? - ඔබගේ නම කුමක්ද (Obege nama kumakda)
- My name is... - මගේ නම ... (Mage nama...)
- Nice to meet you. - ඔබට ආයුබෝවන් (Obe athu bohoma wenna)
Heading level 2: Numbers
- One - එක (Eka)
- Two - දෙක (Deka)
- Three - තුන (Thun)
- Four - හතර (Hathara)
- Five - පහ (Paha)
- Six - හය (Haya)
- Seven - හත (Hatha)
- Eight - අට (Ata)
- Nine - නවය (Navaya)
- Ten - දහය (Dahaya)
Use these phrases and words to practice introducing yourself, asking for directions, and ordering food at a restaurant. Remember to pay attention to pronunciation and practice regularly.
Heading level 1: Exercises and Tests
To improve your speaking and writing skills, it's important to practice regularly by completing exercises and tests based on authentic situations and topics. Here are some examples:
- Describe a scene from a movie or TV show in Sinhala
- Write a letter to a friend inviting them to visit Sri Lanka
- Role-play a conversation between a customer and a shopkeeper
These exercises and tests will help build your vocabulary, improve your grammar, and develop your confidence in using the Sinhala language.
Heading level 1: Conclusion
In conclusion, practicing speaking and writing skills is essential for becoming proficient in the Sinhala language. By using common phrases and words in authentic situations, completing exercises and tests, and practicing regularly, you will be able to communicate effectively in a variety of situations. Give yourself time, be patient, and most importantly, have fun with your learning!