🇷🇴 Romanian phrases

How to Say "I am thirsty" in Romanian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Îmi este sete
"I am thirsty" in Romanian · say it like oom-ee yeh-steh seh-teh

The most natural way to say "I am thirsty" in Romanian is Îmi este sete. 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

Mi-e sete
A more casual way to express the same feeling

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you want to express that you need something to drink. It is appropriate in both casual and formal settings. You might say it when you are at a restaurant or when you are with friends.

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Examples in Romanian

RomanianEnglish
Îmi este sete, pot să comand o apă?I am thirsty, can I order a water?
Common mistake
A common mistake is to say 'sunt sete', which is incorrect in Romanian.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

How do I ask for a drink if I am thirsty?

You can say 'Îmi este sete, pot să am o băutură?'

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