🇨🇳 Chinese phrases

How to Say "I am thirsty" in Chinese

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
我渴了
"I am thirsty" in Chinese · say it like wǒ kě le

The most natural way to say "I am thirsty" in Chinese is 我渴了. 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

我口渴
more casual and commonly used in conversation
我很渴
emphasizes the degree of thirst

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you feel thirsty and want to express it. It is suitable in both casual and formal settings. You might say it when asking for a drink or when someone offers you something to drink.

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Examples in Chinese

ChineseEnglish
我渴了,能给我一杯水吗?I am thirsty, can you give me a glass of water?
Common mistake
Some learners might confuse '渴' (thirsty) with '饥' (hungry).

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear 我渴了, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Chinese 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 thirsty'?

You can say '我不渴'.

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