French Phrase
T'as faim ?
Meaning
Literally, "Do you have hunger?" In French, feeling hungry is expressed with the verb *avoir* (to have). The informal contraction *t'as* stands for *tu as* and is used in casual conversation.
When to use
Use this question with friends, family, or anyone you’re on familiar terms with. It’s perfect when you’re about to offer food, checking if someone wants to eat, or simply making small talk during a break.
✦Grammar Breakdown
T'asfaim
Contraction T'
The pronoun *tu* contracts to *t'* before a vowel or mute *h*, creating *t'*.
Verb *avoir* (as)
Hunger is expressed with the verb *avoir*; *as* is the second‑person singular present of *avoir*.
Noun *faim*
*Faim* means "hunger" and is used without an article in this construction.
🗨In Conversation
T'as faim ?
Are you hungry?
Oui, j'ai très faim. On mange quoi ?
Yes, I’m really hungry. What are we eating?
✕Common Mistakes
T'es faim ?
Hunger is expressed with *avoir* (to have), not *être* (to be). The correct verb is *as*.
Tu as faim ?
While grammatically correct, using the full form sounds formal. In casual speech, native speakers prefer the contraction *t'as*.
↔Alternatives
Tu as faim ?
Are you hungry?
Vous avez faim ?
Are you (plural/formal) hungry?
Tu veux manger ?
Do you want to eat?
Tu as envie de manger ?
Do you feel like eating?
Cultural Tip
In France, asking about hunger is a friendly, informal gesture. *T'as faim ?* is common among peers, but avoid it with strangers, elders, or in professional settings; use the more neutral *Vous avez faim ?* instead. Also, French meals are often social events, so offering food can be a way to show hospitality.