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How to Say "I am hungry" in Hawaiian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
ʻo ia hoʻi ke ʻai au
"I am hungry" in Hawaiian · say it like oh-ee-ah ho-ee kay eye ow

The most natural way to say "I am hungry" in Hawaiian is ʻo ia hoʻi ke ʻai au. 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

ʻo ia hoʻi ke ʻai au
This is the standard way to express hunger.
ke ʻai nei au
A more casual way to say you are currently eating or hungry.

When to use it

Use this phrase when you want to express that you need food. It can be used in both casual and formal settings. You might say this when you're at home or out with friends and feel the need to eat.

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Examples in Hawaiian

HawaiianEnglish
ʻo ia hoʻi ke ʻai auI am hungry
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 'ʻo ia hoʻi ke ʻai', which means 'he/she is eating'.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

How do I say I am thirsty in Hawaiian?

You can say 'ʻo ia hoʻi ke inu au'.

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