Gujarati · Emotions & Feelings
ભૂખ
bhukh
Hunger
Beginnernoun
Definition
The need to eat; mane bhukh lagi means I am hungry.
Example
મને ભૂખ લાગી છે, જમીએ.
I am hungry, let's eat.
Etymology
'ભૂખ' (bhukh) originates from the Sanskrit word 'भुक्ति' (bhukṭi), which refers to consumption or hunger. It highlights the natural human need for food.
How & Where It’s Used
This word is used in both spoken and written Gujarati in various contexts, including formal and informal settings. It is universally understood across Gujarati-speaking regions.