How to Say “I’m Hungry!” in Brazilian Portuguese—and What to Eat
Hunger is something kids feel and talk about every day. Teaching how to say “I’m hungry” in Brazilian Portuguese opens the door to practical, relatable language that kids can use at home, school, or play.
Essential Food Phrases in Brazilian Portuguese
- Estou com fome. – I’m hungry.
- Quero comer. – I want to eat.
- O que tem para o almoço? – What’s for lunch?
- Está gostoso! – It’s tasty!
- Posso ter mais? – Can I have more?
- Vamos lanchar. – Let’s have a snack.
- Hora de comer! – Time to eat!
- Eu gosto de… – I like…
- Não gosto de… – I don’t like…
- Delícia! – Delicious!
Popular Brazilian Foods Kids Might Talk About
- Arroz e feijão – Rice and beans
- Pão de queijo – Cheese bread
- Frango – Chicken
- Suco – Juice
- Bolo – Cake
Fun Food Vocabulary Activities
Pretend Restaurant
Set up a kitchen play area. Take turns ordering and serving food in Portuguese.
Taste and Talk Game
Try different snacks and say if they’re “gostoso” or not. Use phrases like “Eu gosto de…”
Menu Maker
Create a paper menu with pictures and Portuguese labels. Role-play ordering a meal.
Food Flashcard Hunt
Hide cards with food pictures and match them with their Portuguese names.
How Dinolingo Supports Everyday Language Learning
Dinolingo teaches food vocabulary, meals, and emotions like hunger in context. With visuals, songs, and repetition, kids learn how to say what they feel and want in a natural way.
Printable food-themed worksheets and flashcards help reinforce learning at home or in class.
Final Thoughts
“I’m hungry” is one of the most useful phrases a child can learn in a new language. With fun food activities and the help of Dinolingo, Brazilian Portuguese becomes part of everyday conversation—deliciously so.
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