Finnish · Adjectives

Nälkäinen

Hungry

Beginneradjective

Definition

Wanting or needing food.

Example

Olen nälkäinen, syödäänkö?

I am hungry, shall we eat?

Etymology

'Nälkäinen' derives from 'nälkä', which means 'hunger.' This term is built upon Finnish roots that convey a state of need or longing for food.

How & Where It’s Used

'Nälkäinen' is commonly used in everyday conversations and informal settings, particularly when discussing meals or desires related to food.

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