Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

sinhalese

adjective/noun

/sɪn.həˈliːz/

Definition

Relating to the Sinhalese people or their language, which is spoken primarily in Sri Lanka.

Examples

The Sinhalese celebrate numerous traditional festivals throughout the year.
He learned the Sinhalese language to communicate better with the locals in Sri Lanka.
Many Sinhalese people have a rich history and a deep cultural heritage.

Meaning

Sinhalese is both a language and an ethnic group native to Sri Lanka. The Sinhalese people form the majority population of Sri Lanka, and their language is one of the official languages of the country.