אני צמא
I'm thirsty
Ani tzame (m) / Ani tzme'a (f)
Say that you are thirsty.
Context: Useful everyday phrase, especially given Israel's hot climate. The adjective changes based on the speaker's gender.
⚠️ Gender Note:This phrase changes based on the speaker's gender. Use baba for the correct form based on your gender.
How to Use "I'm thirsty" in a Conversation
Example conversation:
A: Useful everyday phrase, especially given Israel's hot climate.
B: אני צמא
This phrase is considered casual in register and is at a beginner difficulty level for Hebrew learners.
How to Pronounce "אני צמא"
Ani tzame (m) / Ani tzme'a (f)
Break it down: Ani — tzame — (m) — / — Ani — tzme'a — (f)
Hebrew is read from right to left. The transliteration above follows English reading order (left to right) to help you pronounce each sound correctly.
Cultural Tips for Using This Phrase
In Israel, casual communication is the norm. Israelis appreciate directness and informality, so this phrase fits right into everyday conversation.
Hebrew is a gendered language. This phrase can change depending on who is speaking or being addressed. baba lets you set those roles before translation.
Body language matters in Israel. When saying "i'm thirsty", Israelis are generally expressive people who are comfortable showing emotions openly.
Learning "I'm thirsty" — Quick Reference
| Hebrew | אני צמא |
| Pronunciation | Ani tzame (m) / Ani tzme'a (f) |
| English | I'm thirsty |
| Category | emotions |
| Difficulty | beginner |
| Gender-specific | Yes — changes by gender |
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