🇹🇷 Turkish phrases

How to Say "I'm hungry" in Turkish

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Açım
"I'm hungry" in Turkish · say it like ah-chim

The most natural way to say "I'm hungry" in Turkish is Açım. 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

Açım var
A slightly more informal way to express hunger
Karnım aç
Commonly used, translates to 'My stomach is hungry'

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you feel hungry and want to express it to someone. It is suitable in both casual and semi-formal situations. You might say it at home, with friends, or even at a restaurant when ordering food.

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Examples in Turkish

TurkishEnglish
Açım, bir şeyler yiyelim.I am hungry, let's eat something.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'açım' with 'aç' which is a command form meaning 'be hungry'.

The fastest way to remember it

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

You can say 'Çok açım'.

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