🇷🇴 Romanian phrases

How to Say "I'm hungry" in Romanian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Îmi este foame
"I'm hungry" in Romanian · say it like eem yeh steh foah-meh

The most natural way to say "I'm hungry" in Romanian is Îmi este foame. 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

Mi-e foame
A more casual way to express hunger.
Sunt flămând
A more formal way, often used by men.

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you want to express that you need food. 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 a meal.

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Examples in Romanian

RomanianEnglish
Îmi este foame, vreau să mănânc ceva.I'm hungry, I want to eat something.
Common mistake
Some learners might confuse this phrase with 'sunt flămând', which is more formal and gender-specific.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

How do I say I'm really hungry?

You can say 'Îmi este foarte foame' for emphasis.

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