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How to Say "I am hungry" in Dutch

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Ik heb honger
"I am hungry" in Dutch 路 say it like ik hep hon-ger

The most natural way to say "I am hungry" in Dutch is Ik heb honger. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

Ik ben hongerig
More formal or literary way to express hunger
Ik heb trek
Casual way to say you are hungry, often used among friends

When to use it

Use this phrase when you feel the need to eat. It can be used in any casual or informal setting. You can say it at home, in a restaurant, or when with friends. It's a straightforward way to express your hunger.

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Examples in Dutch

DutchEnglish
Ik heb honger, laten we iets gaan eten.I am hungry, let's go eat something.
Na het sporten heb ik altijd honger.After exercising, I am always hungry.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'hongerig' with 'honger'; 'hongerig' is more formal and less commonly used in everyday conversation.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Ik heb honger, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Dutch with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

Is er een andere manier om te zeggen dat je honger hebt?

Ja, je kunt ook zeggen 'Ik heb trek'.

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