hungrig
hungry
Ein Zustand, in dem man etwas essen möchte, weil der Magen leer ist.
Definition & meaning
The German adjective "hungrig" means "hungry". It describes a state of feeling a physical need for food or having a strong desire for something.
- Physical hunger: Used when someone needs to eat. Example: "Ich bin sehr hungrig." (I am very hungry.)
- Figurative hunger: Used to describe a strong ambition, craving, or desire for something, such as success or knowledge. Example: "Er ist hungrig nach Erfolg." (He is hungry for success.)
Grammar & Word origin
"Hungrig" is an adjective derived from the noun "Hunger". It follows standard German declension rules when used before a noun (e.g., "ein hungriger Mensch").
- Root: "Hunger" (noun, meaning hunger).
- Suffix: "-ig", which is used in German to turn nouns into adjectives, indicating a quality or a state associated with the root word.
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms:
- esslustig (having an appetite)
- ausgehungert (starving/famished)
- gierig (greedy/avid - in a figurative sense)
Antonyms:
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Examples
Der Hund ist hungrig.adjective
The dog is hungry.
Sie fühlt sich hungrig und müde.adjective
She feels hungry and tired.
Der Hund ist hungrig und will fressen.adjective
The dog is hungry and wants to eat.
Die Kinder waren nach der Schule sehr hungrig.adjective
The children were very hungry after school.
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