🇮🇷 Persian phrases

How to Say "I'm hungry" in Persian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
من گرسنه‌ام
"I'm hungry" in Persian · say it like man gorsneh-am

The most natural way to say "I'm hungry" in Persian is من گرسنه‌ام. 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

من گرسنه هستم
A more formal way to say it.
من گرسنه‌ام
Commonly used in casual conversations.

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you feel hungry and want to express it to someone. It is suitable for both casual and formal settings. You might say it at home, in a restaurant, or when talking to friends. It's a straightforward way to communicate your need for food.

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Examples in Persian

PersianEnglish
من گرسنه‌ام، می‌خواهی چیزی بخوریم؟I am hungry, do you want to eat something?
Common mistake
A common mistake is to forget the verb 'هستم' (hastam) in formal situations.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear من گرسنه‌ام, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Persian 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 Persian?

You can say 'من خیلی گرسنه‌ام' (man kheili gorsneh-am).

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