Spanish Emergency Phrases
Master 1 essential Spanish phrases for emergency with translations, context, and usage examples
Understanding Spanish emergency Phrases
Critical Spanish phrases for emergencies and urgent situations. Learn to call for help, report problems, and communicate during medical, safety, or crisis situations in Spanish-speaking countries.
When to Use These Phrases
In emergencies, speak clearly and use simple phrases. Emergency numbers vary by country (911 in many Latin American countries, 112 in Spain). Learn to say your location and the type of emergency.
Learning Tips for emergency Phrases
- Memorize "¡Ayuda!" (Help!) and "¡Socorro!" (Help! - more urgent)
- Save emergency numbers in your phone with country codes
- Learn to describe symptoms and injuries for medical emergencies
- Know how to say your address, hotel name, or current location
Essential emergency Phrases
Start with these commonly used expressions for emergency situations
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Frequently Asked Questions About Spanish emergency Phrases
How do you call for help in Spanish?
"¡Ayuda!" or "¡Socorro!" (Help!), "¡Auxilio!" (Help! - formal), "Llame a la policía" (Call the police), "Llame a una ambulancia" (Call an ambulance), "Es una emergencia" (It's an emergency), "Necesito ayuda" (I need help).
What do you say in a medical emergency in Spanish?
"Necesito un doctor/médico" (I need a doctor), "Estoy enfermo/a" (I'm sick), "Me duele..." (My... hurts), "Es grave" (It's serious), "¿Dónde está el hospital?" (Where's the hospital?), "Tengo una alergia" (I have an allergy).
How do you report a problem or crime in Spanish?
"Necesito reportar..." (I need to report...), "Me robaron" (I was robbed), "Perdí mi pasaporte" (I lost my passport), "Hubo un accidente" (There was an accident), "¿Dónde está la comisaría?" (Where's the police station?).
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