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How to Say "I'm hungry" in French

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
J'ai faim
"I'm hungry" in French 路 say it like zhay fam

The most natural way to say "I'm hungry" in French is J'ai faim. 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

Je suis affam茅(e)
More formal or emphatic way to express hunger
J'ai une petite faim
Casual way to say you are a bit hungry

When to use it

You can use 'J'ai faim' when you feel hungry and want to express it simply. It is appropriate in both casual and formal settings. You might say it at home, in a restaurant, or when with friends. It's a straightforward way to communicate your need for food.

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Examples in French

FrenchEnglish
J'ai faim, je vais prendre un snack.I am hungry, I am going to have a snack.
Common mistake
A common mistake is to say 'Je suis faim', which is incorrect. Use 'J'ai faim' instead.

The fastest way to remember it

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

You can say 'J'ai tr猫s faim' for 'I am very hungry.'

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