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How to Say "I am thirsty" in Telugu

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
నాకు తాగాలనిపిస్తోంది
"I am thirsty" in Telugu · say it like naa-koo thaa-gaa-la-ni-pis-tun-dhi

The most natural way to say "I am thirsty" in Telugu is నాకు తాగాలనిపిస్తోంది. 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

నాకు నీళ్లు కావాలి
Use this when specifically asking for water.
నాకు పానీయం కావాలి
This is more formal and can refer to any drink.

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you feel thirsty and want to express it. It is suitable in casual conversations with friends or family. You might also use it when ordering a drink at a restaurant. It's a simple way to communicate your need for a drink.

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Examples in Telugu

TeluguEnglish
నాకు తాగాలనిపిస్తోంది, నీళ్లు ఇవ్వండి.I am thirsty, please give me water.
Common mistake
Learners often say 'నేను తాగుతున్నాను' which means 'I am drinking' instead of expressing thirst.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

How do I ask for a drink in Telugu?

You can say 'నాకు నీళ్లు కావాలి' for water or 'నాకు పానీయం కావాలి' for any drink.

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