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How do you say hello in Sri Lankan?

There are a few ways to say "hello" in Sri Lankan, depending on the context and level of formality:

Formal:

* ආයුබෝවන් (Ayubowan): This is the most common and formal greeting in Sri Lanka, used for all occasions. It translates literally to "may you live long".

Informal:

* ආයුබෝ (Ayubo): This is a shorter and more informal version of "Ayubowan", often used among friends and family.

* හෙලෝ (Hello): This is the English word "hello", which is widely used in Sri Lanka, especially in casual settings.

* සුභ උදෑසනක් (Suba Udāsana): This translates to "good morning" and is a common greeting in the morning.

* සුභ දවසක් (Suba Davasak): This translates to "good day" and is a common greeting in the afternoon.

* සුභ රාත්‍රියක් (Suba Rātriyak): This translates to "good night" and is a common greeting in the evening.

It's always best to use the formal greeting "Ayubowan" unless you're specifically told otherwise.

Additionally, remember to use a respectful tone and a slight bow when greeting someone in Sri Lanka.

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