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How to Say “I’m Hungry” in Spanish

¡Hola estudiantes! Today we will be discussing how to say “I’m hungry” in Spanish. This is a common phrase that you may need to use when traveling to a Spanish-speaking country or speaking with Spanish-speaking friends.

To say “I’m hungry” in Spanish, you can say “tengo hambre.” This phrase directly translates to “I have hunger.”

Now, let’s take a more in-depth look at how to use this phrase correctly. “Tengo” is the first-person present tense form of the verb “tener,” which means “to have.” “Hambre” is the Spanish word for “hunger.”

When using this phrase, it’s important to remember that “tengo hambre” is a casual way of saying “I’m hungry.” If you’re in a more formal setting, you may want to use a more polite phrase such as “me gustaría comer algo” which means “I would like to eat something.”

Additionally, if you want to specify what you’re hungry for, you can add a noun after “hambre.” For example, “tengo hambre de pizza” translates to “I’m hungry for pizza.”

In conclusion, saying “I’m hungry” in Spanish is as simple as saying “tengo hambre.” Remember to consider the context and level of formality when using this phrase. ¡Buen provecho! (Enjoy your meal!)