Danish · Adjectives
Tørstig
Thirsty
Beginneradjective
Definition
Wanting or needing to drink.
Example
Jeg er tørstig, jeg har brug for vand.
I am thirsty, I need water.
Etymology
Derived from the Old Norse 'þorstigr', meaning 'thirsty', 'tørstig' has maintained its connection to the state of needing water throughout its linguistic journey.
How & Where It’s Used
'Tørstig' is typically used in everyday spoken and written language, often in informal contexts, understood across different regions in Denmark.