How to Say "thirsty" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “thirsty” is “sediento” — A2 level.
Examples
El corredor llegó a la meta muy sediento.
The runner reached the finish line very thirsty.
Después de caminar bajo el sol, estábamos sedientos.
After walking under the sun, we were thirsty.
Dale agua al perro, se ve sediento.
Give the dog some water; he looks thirsty.
Matching the person
This word is a describing word, so it must match the gender and number of the person it describes. Use 'sediento' for a man, 'sedienta' for a woman, and add an 's' for plurals.
Using 'Estar'
Because being thirsty is a temporary state, you should use this word with the verb 'estar' (to be) rather than 'ser'.
Using 'Soy' instead of 'Estoy'
Mistake: “Soy sediento.”
Correction: Estoy sediento. Use 'estar' because you aren't a thirsty person by nature; you just feel that way right now.
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