7 Ways to Say 'I'm Hungry' in Italian

When you're feeling hungry and want to express it in Italian, there are several ways to say 'I'm hungry'. Here are 7 different phrases you can use:

  1. Ho fame
  2. Sto morendo di fame
  3. Ho una fame da lupi
  4. Sono affamato/a
  5. Ho un buco nello stomaco
  6. Non vedo l'ora di mangiare
  7. Ho bisogno di qualcosa da mangiare

Let's look at each phrase in more detail:

1. Ho fame

'Ho fame' is the most common way to say 'I'm hungry' in Italian. It translates directly to 'I have hunger'.

2. Sto morendo di fame

This phrase literally translates to 'I'm dying of hunger' and is often used to express extreme hunger.

3. Ho una fame da lupi

Translated as 'I have a hunger like wolves', this phrase vividly describes a strong feeling of hunger.

4. Sono affamato/a

This phrase translates to 'I'm hungry' and is used to express general hunger.

5. Ho un buco nello stomaco

Translated as 'I have a hole in my stomach', this phrase is used to convey a very strong sensation of hunger.

6. Non vedo l'ora di mangiare

This phrase means 'I can't wait to eat' and is often used to express anticipation for a meal.

7. Ho bisogno di qualcosa da mangiare

Translated as 'I need something to eat', this phrase can be used to indicate hunger and a desire for food.


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