🇵🇰 Urdu phrases

How to Say "I'm hungry" in Urdu

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
مجھے بھوک لگی ہے
"I'm hungry" in Urdu · say it like mujhe bhook lagi hai

The most natural way to say "I'm hungry" in Urdu is مجھے بھوک لگی ہے. 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

مجھے کھانے کی خواہش ہے
This is a more formal way to express hunger.
میں بھوکا ہوں
This is used by males; females would say 'میں بھوکی ہوں'.

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you feel hungry and want to express it. It is commonly used in casual conversations. You might say it at home or when dining out with friends. It's a straightforward way to communicate your need for food.

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Examples in Urdu

UrduEnglish
مجھے بھوک لگی ہے، کیا ہم کھانا کھا سکتے ہیں؟I am hungry, can we eat?
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'بھوک' (hunger) with 'کھانا' (food) and say 'مجھے کھانا لگی ہے', which is incorrect.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

How do I say I'm very hungry?

You can say 'مجھے بہت بھوک لگی ہے'.

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