Hungry as a hunter Meaning in English
expression
Definition
Used to describe feeling extremely hungry; means you are very, very hungry, often after hard work or waiting for a long time.
Usage & Nuances
This phrase is informal and often used in conversation to exaggerate hunger. Commonly found as 'I'm hungry as a hunter.' Similar to 'hungry as a wolf.' Rare in formal writing. Emphasizes strong hunger after activity or delay.
Example Sentences
I'm hungry as a hunter after that long walk.
basic
She was hungry as a hunter when she got home from school.
basic
The children were hungry as hunters after playing outside all afternoon.
basic
Wow, I could eat a horse—I'm hungry as a hunter!
natural
After working nonstop, he was hungry as a hunter and went straight to the kitchen.
natural
By dinner time, we're all hungry as hunters and ready to eat anything.
natural