Meaning
Expressing hunger.
Cultural Background
It is polite to say this before a meal to show you appreciate the food. In formal business, it is better to say 'お腹が空きました' than to complain about hunger.
Use 'が'
Always use 'が' with '空く' for hunger.
Meaning
Expressing hunger.
Use 'が'
Always use 'が' with '空く' for hunger.
Test Yourself
Which particle is correct?
お腹 ___ 空きました。
The stomach is the subject, so use 'が'.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesお腹 ___ 空きました。
The stomach is the subject, so use 'が'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, it is polite enough.
Related Phrases
お腹いっぱい
contrastFull stomach