Book review:

Know your grammar Sinhala Akshara Vinyasa Rithi

Author: Malini Ariyadasa
Pages: 145
Author Publuication

Why should you learn to use proper grammar? Whether you like it or not, people judge you based on how you communicate. Taking the time to use the right grammar and punctuation in your writing and speech allows you to present yourself in the best possible light. It has a huge influence on the first influence you make on people.

Grammar in the Sinhala language can be pretty tricky because it includes many ways you can present the same idea using different sentences.

This is where ‘Sinhala Akshara Vinyasa Rithi’ comes in. The book includes simple lessons and tips which help you use proper grammar. It is worded in such a skilled manner so that confusions do not exist. You are able to remember some points easily when you construct sentences. You would not lack confidence in making yourself heard or writing down your views in an article or document anymore for this slim-bound book is just within reach. Now you will be able to identify which word to use at what kind of situation without complications.

A significant aspect of the book is that there is even a section dedicated to pronunciation. In an era where there are spoken English classes mushrooming in every corner of the country, the importance of the Sinhala language pronunciation has been shoved into the back burner. Many children do not know how to pronounce some of the complex terms of the language let along spell them. ‘Sinhala Akshara Vinyasa Rithi’ will not leave you baffled anymore because relates the exact pronunciations.

Students will especially find it handy to ace their Sinhala test papers. All the complicated ideologies surrounding the subject are brought under one roof, or rather penned into one book which acts as a guideline for those who are willing to dedicate time into perfecting their mother tongue. The book is written for the young and old. Whether it is the Ordinary Level examination, the Advanced Level examination or any exam related to higher studies or your occupation, as long as the Sinhala language is on the cards, this book is a must on your shelf.

-Ruwini Jayawardana