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How to Say "I am thirsty" in Indonesian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Saya haus
"I am thirsty" in Indonesian 路 say it like sah-yah hows

The most natural way to say "I am thirsty" in Indonesian is Saya haus. 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

Aku haus
More casual, often used among friends
Saya sangat haus
Used to emphasize extreme thirst

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you feel thirsty and want to express it. It is appropriate in both casual and formal settings. You might say it when asking for a drink or when talking about your needs. It's a straightforward way to communicate your discomfort due to thirst.

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Examples in Indonesian

IndonesianEnglish
Saya haus, bisakah kamu memberikan saya air?I am thirsty, can you give me some water?
Aku haus setelah berlari.I am thirsty after running.
Common mistake
A common mistake is using 'haus' without 'saya' or 'aku', which can sound abrupt.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

What should I say if I want to ask for water?

You can say 'Bisa tolong berikan saya air?' which means 'Can you please give me water?'

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