How to Say ‘I’m Thirsty’ and Ask for Drinks in Japanese

To say “I’m thirsty” and ask for drinks in Japanese, you can use the following phrases:

I’m Thirsty:

1. のどが渇きました (Nodo ga kawakimashita):
   This phrase translates to “I’m thirsty” and can be used to express your need for a drink.
2. 喉が渇いた (Nodo ga kawaita):
   This is a more casual way to say “I’m thirsty.”

Asking for Drinks:

1. お水をください (O-mizu o kudasai):
   This means “Please give me water.” It’s a polite way to request water.
2. ジュースをください (Juusu o kudasai):
   This means “Please give me juice.” You can replace “ジュース” (juusu) with the specific drink you want.
3. お茶を頂けますか (O-cha o itadakemasu ka):
   This means “Can I have tea?” It’s a polite way to inquire about getting a drink.
4. 飲み物はありますか (Nomimono wa arimasu ka):
   This means “Do you have any drinks?” It’s a general question to ask if there are beverages available.
5. お腹が渇いています (Onaka ga kawaiteimasu):
   This phrase translates to “I’m thirsty” but uses a different expression involving the stomach.

When asking for drinks, using the appropriate level of politeness and context is important. Adding “お願いします” (Onegaishimasu) at the end of your request makes it even more polite. For example, “お水をください、お願いします” (O-mizu o kudasai, onegaishimasu) means “Water, please.”