🇳🇬 Hausa phrases

How to Say "I am thirsty" in Hausa

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Ina jin ƙishirwa
"I am thirsty" in Hausa · say it like ee-nah jeen kee-shee-rah

The most natural way to say "I am thirsty" in Hausa is Ina jin ƙishirwa. 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

Ina ƙishirwa
A more casual way to express thirst.
Na sha ruwa
Literally means 'I have drunk water', used when referring to thirst after drinking.

When to use it

Use this phrase when you want to express that you need a drink. It can be used in both formal and informal settings. You can say it when you are at home, at a friend's place, or even in a restaurant.

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Examples in Hausa

HausaEnglish
Ina jin ƙishirwa, ina so in sha ruwa.I am thirsty, I want to drink water.
Common mistake
Some learners might confuse 'ƙishirwa' with 'ƙaura', which means hunger.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

How do I say 'I am not thirsty' in Hausa?

You can say 'Ba na jin ƙishirwa'.

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