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What Does Famished Mean?

Adjective

  • Very, very hungry.

Verb

  • To feel very hungry.
  • To make someone very hungry.

Famished — Full Explanation

Famished means you are very hungry. It's when you haven't eaten for a long time and you really want food.

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Related Words

hungry starving snack

Famished Meaning in Other Languages

hindi
भूखा (Bhookha)

Bhookha

भूखी (Bhookhi)

Bhookhi

भूखा (Bhookha)

Bhookha

kannada
ಹಸಿವಾಗಿರುವ (hasivagiruva)

hasivagiruva

ಹಸಿವಾಗು (hasivagu)

hasivagu

ಹಸಿವಾಗಿರುವ (hasivagiruva)

hasivagiruva

bengali
ক্ষুধার্ত (khudhart)

khudhart

ভোজন (bhojon)

bhojon

খিদে (khide)

khide

Famished in Sentences

  • He was famished after running around the park.
  • The famished kids couldn't wait for dinner.
  • I felt famished and asked for a cookie.
  • The famished lion was ready to eat.
  • After school, I was famished and had a big meal.

Famished Story for Kids

Feeling Famished

Oh, dear friends, gather 'round! Have you ever felt famished? It’s a funny word that means super-duper hungry! Imagine your tummy rumbling like a grumpy bear!

bananas, cookies, or even a giant slice of pizzafamished, you might dream of yummy treats like! What do you like to munch on when you’re feeling this way?When you’re

Remember, it’s always fun to share snacks with friends. So next time your tummy growls, think of all the delicious goodies waiting for you! Happy munching!

Frequently Asked Questions About Famished

What does 'famished' mean?
'Famished' means very hungry or starving.
How do you pronounce 'famished'?
You pronounce 'famished' like 'fam-isht'.
What is the origin of the word 'famished'?
The word 'famished' comes from the Old French word 'famin', which means hunger.
What is the meaning of 'famished' in Hindi?
The word 'famished' in Hindi is 'भुखा' (Bhukhā).

Facts & Quotes About Famished

Fact: When you're famished, it means you're really, really hungry!
Proverb: A hungry belly has no ears. (This means when you're very hungry, you can't focus on anything else.)
Quote: "Hunger is the best sauce." - Miguel de Cervantes