Day 89 · My Dreams & Ideas for the Future 🌈
1 · Core Words (12)
2 · Typical Phrases (6)
Mage heenaya sanchare karanna — My dream is to travel
Mama Sinhala igena gannawa — I am learning Sinhala
Anagathayata salasum thiyanawa — I have plans for the future
Mama hondin weda karanna kamathi — I like to work well
Pawlate udaw karanna ona — I want to help my family
Mage jeewithe sathutui wenna — I want my life to be happy
3 · Dialogue (8)
B: Mage heenaya loke wate sanchare karanna. — My dream is to travel around the world.
A: Anagathayata mokakda karanne? — What will you do in the future?
B: Mama Sinhala hondin igena gannawa. — I will learn Sinhala well.
A: Eka lassana adahasak. — That is a beautiful idea.
B: Mama pawlate udaw karanna kamathi. — I want to help my family.
A: Oya heenaya aththa wenna kiyala pathanawa. — I hope your dream becomes true.
B: Bohoma stuti! Mata sathutui. — Thank you very much! I am happy.
4 · Cultural Note
Sri Lankan people often speak about the future with hope and humility. Dreams are usually connected with family and community, not only self. Many young people dream about travel, study and helping parents. Talking about heenaya is common during friendly conversations. People avoid boasting and speak gently about achievements. The word “balaaporoththuwa” carries deep emotional meaning. Success is seen as something shared with loved ones. Learning languages is considered a bridge to the future. Elders bless dreams by saying “heenaya aththa wenna.” Hope and kindness are central values in Sinhala life.