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How to Say "I'm tired" in Telugu

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
నేను అలసిపోయాను
"I'm tired" in Telugu · say it like neh-noo ah-lah-see-poh-yah-noo

The most natural way to say "I'm tired" in Telugu is నేను అలసిపోయాను. 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

నేను కష్టపడుతున్నాను
Use this when expressing fatigue from work or effort.
నేను విరామం తీసుకోవాలి
Use this to indicate a need for a break due to tiredness.

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you feel physically or mentally exhausted. It is common to say this after a long day at work or after strenuous activities. It can also be used in casual conversations with friends or family.

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Examples in Telugu

TeluguEnglish
నేను ఈ రోజు చాలా పని చేశాను, నేను అలసిపోయాను.I worked a lot today, I am tired.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this phrase with 'నేను నిద్రపోతున్నాను' which means 'I am sleeping'.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear నేను అలసిపోయాను, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Telugu 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 tired in a more formal way?

You can say 'నేను అలసిపోయాను' in both formal and informal contexts.

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