🇰🇷 Korean phrases

How to Say "I am thirsty" in Korean

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
목이 말라요
"I am thirsty" in Korean · say it like moki mal-lah-yo

The most natural way to say "I am thirsty" in Korean is 목이 말라요. 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

목이 말라
casual form used among friends
목이 마릅니다
formal version, suitable for polite situations

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you feel thirsty and want to express it to someone. It is common in both casual and formal settings. Adjust the formality based on who you are speaking to.

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Examples in Korean

KoreanEnglish
물 좀 주세요, 목이 말라요Please give me some water, I am thirsty.
Common mistake
Learners often say '나는 목이 말라요', but it's more natural to drop '나는'.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

How do I ask for water in a restaurant?

You can say '물 주세요' which means 'Please give me water.'

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