Sinhala Transliteration
Type in English (Roman script) and instantly convert to Sinhala script with our free transliteration tool. GoTranslate uses Google Input Tools for accurate, real-time transliteration with multiple word suggestions as you type.
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Why Use Our Sinhala Tool?
Real-time Conversion
Type in English and see Sinhala script appear instantly as you type.
Multiple Suggestions
Get multiple Sinhala word options for each English input — pick the right one.
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Copy & Export
One-click copy your Sinhala text. Use it anywhere — documents, messages, social media.
How It Works
Start typing in English
Type the Sinhala word using English letters (e.g., "namaste" for Hindi).
Pick from suggestions
A dropdown shows multiple Sinhala script options — select the right one.
Copy your text
Copy the transliterated Sinhala text and use it anywhere.
How to Type in Sinhala Using English Keyboard
Don't have a Sinhala keyboard? No problem. Our transliteration tool lets you type Sinhala words using your regular English keyboard. Just type the word as it sounds in English, and it automatically converts to Sinhala script.
For example, typing "namaste" gives you the Sinhala equivalent in native script. The tool shows multiple suggestions so you can pick the exact word you want. It's powered by Google Input Tools for high accuracy.
This is perfect for writing Sinhala messages, social media posts, emails, or documents when you don't have a Sinhala keyboard installed. Works on any device — desktop, laptop, tablet, or mobile.
Sinhala Transliteration Tips
Type Phonetically
Type the Sinhala word exactly as it sounds in English. The tool will suggest the best Sinhala script matches.
Use Suggestions
When multiple Sinhala words match your input, pick the right one from the dropdown suggestions. This ensures accuracy.
Space to Confirm
Press space after selecting a word to confirm it and move to the next word. This speeds up your Sinhala typing.
Mix Languages
You can freely mix English and Sinhala text. The transliteration only converts the parts you want.
About the Sinhala Language
Speakers & Regions
17 million+ speakers
Sri Lanka
Sinhala Script
Sinhala script has 60 letters and is uniquely rounded. It evolved from Brahmi script and has distinctive circular and looping shapes.
Writing Challenges
Sinhala has a complex diglossia — the spoken and written forms differ significantly. Literary Sinhala uses archaic forms rarely heard in everyday speech.
Did You Know?
Sinhala is one of only two languages in Sri Lanka with official status. The Sinhala script is considered one of the most visually distinctive writing systems in the world.