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How to Say "I'm hungry" in Portuguese

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Estou com fome
"I'm hungry" in Portuguese 路 say it like es-toh-oo kohm fo-mee

The most natural way to say "I'm hungry" in Portuguese is Estou com fome. 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

Estou faminto
More formal or used by men
Estou faminta
More formal or used by women

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you feel the need to eat. It's common to say it during meals or when food is being prepared. It can be used casually among friends or family.

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Examples in Portuguese

PortugueseEnglish
Estou com fome, vamos comer?I'm hungry, shall we eat?
Common mistake
A common mistake is to say 'Eu estou fome', which is incorrect. The correct phrase is 'Estou com fome'.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Can I say 'Estou com fome' in a formal setting?

Yes, it's appropriate in both casual and formal contexts.

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