🇹🇭 Thai phrases

How to Say "I am thirsty" in Thai

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
ฉันกระหายน้ำ
"I am thirsty" in Thai · say it like chan gra-hai nam

The most natural way to say "I am thirsty" in Thai is ฉันกระหายน้ำ. 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

ผมกระหายน้ำ
used by males
หนูหิวน้ำ
used by children or females

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you feel thirsty and want to express it. It is common in casual conversations. You can say it to friends or family when you need a drink.

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Examples in Thai

ThaiEnglish
ฉันกระหายน้ำ อยากดื่มน้ำเย็นๆI am thirsty, I want to drink cold water.
Common mistake
Some learners confuse 'กระหาย' with 'หิว', which means hungry.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

Can I use this phrase in a formal setting?

Yes, but it might be more polite to say 'ผม/ฉันขออนุญาตดื่มน้ำ' (May I have some water?).

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