thirsty
word
/ˈθɝsti/
THUR-stee
/θˈɜːsti/
THUR-stee
Definition
If you are thirsty, you feel that you need a drink, especially water. It can also be used figuratively to mean strongly wanting something.
Usage & Nuances
Most commonly used after verbs like 'be,' 'feel,' and 'get': 'I’m thirsty,' 'She feels thirsty,' 'You’ll get thirsty.' 'Hungry' is for food; 'thirsty' is for drinks. In informal slang, 'thirsty' can also describe someone who seems too eager for attention, romance, or approval.
Spanish: sediento - con sedPortuguese (BR): com sedePortuguese (PT): com sedeChinese (Simplified): 口渴的Chinese (Traditional): 口渴的Hindi: प्यासा - प्यासीArabic: عطشانBengali: তৃষ্ণার্তRussian: жаждущийJapanese: 喉が渇いているVietnamese: khátKorean: 목이 마르다Turkish: susamışUrdu: پیاساIndonesian: haus
Example Sentences
I am thirsty after the walk.
basic
The kids get thirsty in the sun.
basic
If you feel thirsty, drink some water.
basic
That salty snack made me really thirsty.
natural
You’ll be thirsty after the game, so bring a bottle.
natural
He’s so thirsty for attention on social media.
natural