Sinhalese
noun
A member of the largest ethnic group in Sri Lanka, primarily speaking the Sinhala language.
The Sinhalese celebrate many traditional festivals throughout the year.

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Sinhalese culture, Sinhalese language, Sinhalese people
noun
The official language of Sri Lanka, part of the Indo-Aryan language family.
She is learning Sinhalese to better understand her heritage.

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Sinhalese script, Sinhalese dialects, teaching Sinhalese
noun
A member of the largest ethnic group in Sri Lanka, primarily speaking the Sinhala language.
The Sinhalese celebrate many traditional festivals throughout the year.

Usage tips
Neutral
Sinhalese culture, Sinhalese language, Sinhalese people
noun
The official language of Sri Lanka, part of the Indo-Aryan language family.
She is learning Sinhalese to better understand her heritage.

Usage tips
Neutral
Sinhalese script, Sinhalese dialects, teaching Sinhalese
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Cultural identity
Represents the unique heritage of the Sinhalese community
The Sinhalese language is integral to their culture.
Language
Refers to both the ethnicity and the language
Understanding Sinhalese can enhance communication in Sri Lanka.
Cultural identity
Represents the unique heritage of the Sinhalese community
The Sinhalese language is integral to their culture.
Language
Refers to both the ethnicity and the language
Understanding Sinhalese can enhance communication in Sri Lanka.
Cultural identity
Represents the unique heritage of the Sinhalese community
The Sinhalese language is integral to their culture.
Language
Refers to both the ethnicity and the language
Understanding Sinhalese can enhance communication in Sri Lanka.
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