How to say "I'm thirsty" in Chinese

我渴了

wǒ kě le

I'm thirsty

Grammar and structure

'我' means I, '渴' means thirsty, and '了' marks a change of state, so it means 'I've become thirsty'.

When to use it

Say this when you feel thirsty, often to suggest getting a drink. It's casual and appropriate with friends or family. Don't use it in formal settings; instead, say '我有点渴' (I'm a bit thirsty) to be more polite.

Frequently asked questions

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

“I'm thirsty” in Chinese is 我渴了 (wǒ kě le).

How do you pronounce 我渴了?

我渴了 is pronounced wǒ kě le.

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