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German Phrase

Ich bin pappsatt.

/ɪç bɪn ˈpap.sat/
Meaning"I’m stuffed."
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Meaning

Literally ‘I am pappsatt’, this idiomatic expression means ‘I’m completely full after eating’ – you can’t fit another bite in. It’s informal and often used after a hearty meal.

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When to use

Use it in casual conversation right after you’ve finished a big dinner, a buffet, or any situation where you feel overly full. It’s best reserved for friends, family, or informal settings; avoid it in formal business contexts.

✦Grammar Breakdown

Ichbinpappsatt

1

Personalpronomen (Ich)

‘Ich’ is the first‑person singular pronoun, used for the speaker.

2

Verb ‘sein’ (bin)

‘bin’ is the 1st‑person singular present of the verb ‘sein’ (to be). It links the subject with a predicate adjective.

3

Adjektiv ‘pappsatt’

‘pappsatt’ is a colloquial adjective meaning ‘completely full, stuffed’. It is written as one word and does not change in the predicative position.

🗨In Conversation

A

Ich bin pappsatt.

I’m stuffed.

Möchtest du noch etwas trinken?

Would you like something else to drink?

B

✕Common Mistakes

  • Ich bin papp satt.

    ‘pappsatt’ is written as one word; splitting it changes the meaning.

  • Ich habe pappsatt.

    The verb ‘haben’ is not used with ‘pappsatt’; you need ‘sein’ (bin).

  • Ich bin pappsattes.

    When used predicatively after ‘sein’, the adjective stays in its base form.

↔Alternatives

  • Ich bin voll.

    I’m full.

  • Ich habe die Gabel schon weggelegt.

    I’ve already put my fork down.

  • Ich bin bis zum Rand gefüllt.

    I’m filled to the brim.

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Cultural Tip

‘pappsatt’ is a vivid, slightly humorous way to describe being over‑full and is common in everyday German, especially in northern Germany. It’s informal, so keep it away from formal emails or presentations. The word combines ‘pappen’ (to stuff) with ‘satt’ (full). In Austria you’ll more often hear ‘satt wie ein Karpfen’ (full as a carp).