Mama Sinhala kata karanna puluwan — I can speak Sinhala
Mata Sinhala therenawa — I understand Sinhala
Mama tikak igena gaththa — I learned a little
Puhunuwa nisa mama hondai — Because of practice I am good
Mata adambarai — I am proud
Digatama igena gannawa — I will continue learning
Speaking Sinhala is more than words — it is opening a heart. Sri Lankans deeply appreciate foreigners who try their language. Even simple sentences bring big smiles and new friendships. Mistakes are welcomed with kindness and patience. Language is connected with tea, family and stories. When you say “Mama Sinhala puluwan,” doors open. People will call you yaluwa — a real friend. Learning for 90 days is only the beginning. The best classroom is the street and the beach. Today you became part of the Sinhala world — ayubowan! Your journey never ends, it only becomes more beautiful.