morir de hambre /moɾˈiɾðeˈambɾe/ · verb · CEFR B2. Spanish translation of "starve".

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Translation and Meaning

  • Word: morir de hambre
  • Language: Spanish
  • Meaning: starve
  • IPA: /moɾˈiɾðeˈambɾe/
  • CEFR Level: B2
  • Part of speech: verb
  • Image:Photo of morir de hambre (Spanish)

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Example Sentences

  • Millones de personas mueren de hambre cada año en regiones afectadas por sequías. English: Millions of people die of hunger every year in regions affected by drought.
  • Si no comemos pronto, voy a morir de hambre antes de llegar a casa. English: If we don't eat soon, I'll be starving before we get home.
  • Aquellos refugiados estuvieron a punto de morir de hambre durante el largo invierno. English: Those refugees almost starved during the long winter.

When and How to Use "morir de hambre"

Use "morir de hambre" when you want to talk about "starve" in Spanish. It functions as "verb". Because it appears in B2 material, it is a practical word to practice early in your Spanish study. Use the example sentences above to notice common word order and nearby words.

Frequently asked questions

What does "morir de hambre" mean in Spanish?

"morir de hambre" is the Spanish word for "starve".

What CEFR level is "morir de hambre"?

"morir de hambre" is tagged at CEFR B2 in SmartWords Spanish vocabulary content.

What part of speech is "morir de hambre"?

"morir de hambre" is tagged as a verb in SmartWords.

Can you show "morir de hambre" in a sentence?

Millones de personas mueren de hambre cada año en regiones afectadas por sequías.

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