Danish · Adjectives

Tørstig

Thirsty

Beginneradjective

Definition

Wanting or needing to drink.

Example

Jeg er tørstig, jeg har brug for vand.

I am thirsty, I need water.

Etymology

Derived from the Old Norse 'þorstigr', meaning 'thirsty', 'tørstig' has maintained its connection to the state of needing water throughout its linguistic journey.

How & Where It’s Used

'Tørstig' is typically used in everyday spoken and written language, often in informal contexts, understood across different regions in Denmark.

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