🇦🇫 Pashto phrases

How to Say "I am hungry" in Pashto

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
زه ګرسنه یم
"I am hungry" in Pashto · say it like zah gursunah yem

The most natural way to say "I am hungry" in Pashto is زه ګرسنه یم. 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

زه ډېره ګرسنه یم
used to emphasize being very hungry
زه لوږه یم
a more formal way to express hunger

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you feel hungry and want to express it to someone. It is common in everyday conversations. You might say it at home, at a restaurant, or when with friends. It is a straightforward way to communicate your need for food.

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Examples in Pashto

PashtoEnglish
زه ګرسنه یم، څه شی خورم؟I am hungry, what should I eat?
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'ګرسانه' with 'لوږه', but they have slightly different connotations.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

How do I say I am not hungry?

You can say 'زه ګرسنه نه یم' which means 'I am not hungry.'

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