English–French

“hunger” in French

French

Alsodalle

Pronunciation

IPA/fɛ̃/

Example

J'ai faim.

I am hungry.

Illustration for faim (hunger)

How to say “hunger” in French

“Hunger” in French is faim.

An empty stomach sends a strong signal that eating is needed.

Full entry for faim: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with faim

Après la randonnée, il avait une faim de loup.

After the hike, he had a ravenous hunger.

Tips for using faim

  • French uses avoir faim, literally 'to have hunger', so the standard sentence is J'ai faim rather than an equivalent of 'I am hungry'.

Other French words for “hunger”

2

dalle

feminine nounhunger

J'ai la dalle.

I'm hungry.

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