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How to Say "I am thirsty" in Tagalog

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Nauuhaw ako
"I am thirsty" in Tagalog 路 say it like now-oo-haw ah-koh

The most natural way to say "I am thirsty" in Tagalog is Nauuhaw ako. 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

Uhaw ako
A more casual way to express thirst.
Nauuhaw ako sa tubig
Specifying that you are thirsty for water.

When to use it

Use this phrase when you want to express that you need a drink. It can be used in both casual and formal settings. You can say it when you are feeling thirsty after physical activity or when you see a drink available.

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Examples in Tagalog

TagalogEnglish
Nauuhaw ako, gusto kong uminom.I am thirsty, I want to drink.
Common mistake
Some learners might confuse 'nauuhaw' with 'uhaw', forgetting to include 'ako' for clarity.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

How do I say 'I am not thirsty'?

You can say 'Hindi ako nauuhaw.'

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