Czech · Emotions & Feelings
žíznivý
thirsty
Intermediateadjective
Definition
Feeling the need to drink.
Example
Po běhu jsem byl žíznivý.
After the run I was thirsty.
Etymology
'Žíznivý' is derived from the noun 'žízeň', which means 'thirst' in Czech, and exhibits similarities with other Slavic languages. The prefix denotes a state of being related to thirst.
How & Where It’s Used
'Žíznivý' is typically used in informal speech and writing, applicable in discussions about health or leisure. It is universally understood throughout the Czech-speaking regions.