Tagalog Word

How to Say "Hungry" in Tagalog

Learn how to say hungry in Tagalog. gutom. Pronunciation, usage notes, and example sentences.

Quick answer

Hungry in Tagalog is "gutom".

Pronunciation

Say it as goo-tom.

Usage and cultural notes

Gutom is often used in family talk before meals.

Use gutom to say you are hungry or need to eat.

Example sentences

Gutom ako, kumain tayo.

I am hungry, let's eat.

meal planning

Gutom na ang mga bata.

The kids are hungry now.

family

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