Romanian · Emotions & Feelings
însetat
Thirsty
Intermediateadjective
Definition
Feeling the need to drink; commonly mi-e sete.
Example
După alergare eram însetat.
After the run I was thirsty.
Etymology
'Însetat' derives from the verb 'a înseta,' meaning 'to thirst.' The word's origin is traced back to the Latin 'sitire,' which means to thirst.
How & Where It’s Used
This term is versatile and can be found in both casual conversations and formal writing. It is widely understood across different Romanian-speaking regions.