Meaning
Expressing the need for water.
Cultural Background
Offering water is a sign of respect. If you say 'Susuzam', you will likely be given a glass of water immediately, often with a small sweet or a slice of lemon. In the windy city of Baku, the dust can make you thirsty quickly. Public 'bulaqs' (fountains) are common in parks for this reason. In villages, 'Susuzam' might lead to an invitation to drink fresh spring water ('bulaq suyu'), which is a point of local pride. During the month of Muharram, water has a symbolic meaning related to the thirst of Imam Hussain. You might see people giving out free water to passersby.
Drop the Pronoun
You don't need to say 'Mən'. Just 'Susuzam' is more natural and native-like.
Vowel Harmony
Always match the '-suz' to the 'u' in 'Su'. Don't say 'Susizam'.
Meaning
Expressing the need for water.
Drop the Pronoun
You don't need to say 'Mən'. Just 'Susuzam' is more natural and native-like.
Vowel Harmony
Always match the '-suz' to the 'u' in 'Su'. Don't say 'Susizam'.
Politeness
Add 'zəhmət olmasa' (please) after asking for water to sound extra polite.
Tea vs Water
If you are offered tea but really want water, say 'Susuzam' first.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'Susuzam'.
Hava çox istidir, mən ____.
Since the subject is 'mən' (I), you must use the '-am' suffix.
Which word means 'I am hungry'?
If you want to eat, you say:
'Acımışam' means 'I am hungry', while 'Susuzam' means 'I am thirsty'.
Match the Azerbaijani word to its English meaning.
Match the following:
These are the building blocks of the phrase.
Complete the dialogue.
Ofisiant: Nə içmək istəyirsiniz? Siz: ____, bir su zəhmət olmasa.
The waiter asks what you want to drink, so 'Susuzam' is the logical reason to ask for water.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Thirst vs Hunger
Practice Bank
4 exercisesHava çox istidir, mən ____.
Since the subject is 'mən' (I), you must use the '-am' suffix.
If you want to eat, you say:
'Acımışam' means 'I am hungry', while 'Susuzam' means 'I am thirsty'.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
These are the building blocks of the phrase.
Ofisiant: Nə içmək istəyirsiniz? Siz: ____, bir su zəhmət olmasa.
The waiter asks what you want to drink, so 'Susuzam' is the logical reason to ask for water.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
10 questionsYes, but you would change the suffix: 'İt susuzdur' (The dog is thirsty).
Yes, it's a basic need. Just add 'Bağışlayın' (Excuse me) at the start.
The opposite is 'Sulu' (watery/juicy), but for a person who isn't thirsty, we just say 'Susuz deyiləm'.
No, that doesn't translate. It would sound very strange or purely literal.
You say 'Susuz idim'.
No, 'Susuzam' is already very short and efficient.
Yes, it is the universal word for water in Azerbaijani.
Technically yes, but usually it implies you want water specifically.
Say 'Ürəyim kofe istəyir' (My heart wants coffee).
It is neutral. It works in both formal and informal settings.
Related Phrases
Acımışam
similarI am hungry
Yorulmuşam
similarI am tired
Su istəyirəm
synonymI want water
Susadım
similarI have become thirsty
