How to say "I'm hungry" in Chinese

我饿了

wǒ è le

I'm hungry

Grammar and structure

This is 我 (I) + 饿 (hungry) + 了 (particle indicating a change of state). 了 shows that you've become hungry.

When to use it

Use this in casual conversations with friends, family, or when asking for food. It's informal but widely understood. Avoid using it in very formal situations; instead, say "我有点饿" (I'm a bit hungry) if needed.

Frequently asked questions

How do you say “I'm hungry” in Chinese?

“I'm hungry” in Chinese is 我饿了 (wǒ è le).

How do you pronounce 我饿了?

我饿了 is pronounced wǒ è le.

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