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How to Say "I am thirsty" in Spanish

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Tengo sed
"I am thirsty" in Spanish 路 say it like tehn-goh sehd

The most natural way to say "I am thirsty" in Spanish is Tengo sed. 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

Me da sed
Used more casually, often in conversation.
Estoy sediento/a
More formal or literary way to express thirst.

When to use it

Use this phrase when you feel thirsty and want to express it. It can be used in any context, whether casual or formal. It's a straightforward way to communicate your need for a drink.

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Examples in Spanish

SpanishEnglish
Tengo sed, 驴puedes traerme agua?I am thirsty, can you bring me water?
Despu茅s de correr, tengo sed.After running, I am thirsty.
Common mistake
A common mistake is to say 'soy sediento', which is incorrect; use 'tengo sed' instead.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

What should I say if I want to ask for a drink?

You can say 'Tengo sed, 驴me puedes dar algo de beber?'

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