🇻🇳 Vietnamese phrases

How to Say "I am thirsty" in Vietnamese

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Tôi khát
"I am thirsty" in Vietnamese · say it like toy kaht

The most natural way to say "I am thirsty" in Vietnamese is Tôi khát. 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

Mình khát
Used in casual conversations among friends
Tôi đang khát
Slightly emphasizes the current state of thirst

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you feel thirsty and want to express it. It is appropriate in both casual and formal settings. You might say it when asking for a drink or when talking about your needs with friends or family.

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Examples in Vietnamese

VietnameseEnglish
Tôi khát nước.I am thirsty for water.
Mình khát quá, có gì uống không?I am really thirsty, is there anything to drink?
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use the correct pronoun for themselves, mixing up 'tôi' and 'mình'.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Tôi khát, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Vietnamese 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 hungry' in Vietnamese?

You can say 'Tôi đói'.

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