Shape (ෂේප්)

A Sri Lankan slang term borrowed from English, but used with a different meaning. In Sri Lankan English and Sinhala slang, "shape" means "okay," "fine," "all good," "under control," or "safe." It is commonly used to reassure someone that there is no problem or that a situation has been resolved. Note: This differs from standard English, where "shape" usually refers to the form or outline of an object (e.g., a circle or square). In Sri Lankan slang, it almost never refers to geometry or physical form when used in conversation. Examples: - Awulak na mata shape. (No problem, I'm fine.) - Exam eka shape. (The exam went okay)