Emergency expressions

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Knowing French is essential for travelers and expatriates who find themselves in Francophone countries during emergencies. Whether you're caught in a sudden weather event or need to communicate with medical personnel, basic emergency expressions in French can significantly enhance your ability to navigate unexpected situations.

For business professionals, proficiency in French opens up new opportunities for international communication and collaboration, especially in regions like Europe and Africa where French is widely spoken. Emergency expressions such as 'Je ne comprends pas' (I don't understand) or 'Où est le médecin?' (Where is the doctor?) can be crucial in moments of need.

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I need help.


Je需要帮助。

Where is the hospital?


Où est l'hôpital ?

There's an emergency.


Il y a une urgence.

I'm lost and I need directions.


Je suis perdu et j'ai besoin de directions.

Do you speak English?


Parlez-vous anglais ?

Can you call for me?


Pouvez-vous appeler pour moi ?

My plane leaves in 15 minutes.


Mon avion départs dans 15 minutes.

I need to use the restroom urgently.


J'ai besoin d'utiliser les toilettes avec urgence.

The water isn't safe to drink.


The water isn't safe to drink.

The electricity has gone out.


Le courant est coupé.

Please turn on the lights.


S'il vous plaît, allumez la lumière.

There's a fire downstairs.


Il y a un feu au rez-de-chaussée.

The exit is this way, please follow me.


La sortie est cette direction, s'il vous plaît suivez-moi.

Do you have any blankets?


Avez-vous des couvertures ?

Someone needs medical attention.


Quelqu'un a besoin d'attention médicale.

There's a baby crying over there.


Il y a un bébé qui pleure de l'autre côté.

Can I use your phone to call for help?


Puis-je utiliser votre téléphone pour appeler du secours ?

I need someone to translate for me.


Je besoin que quelqu'un m'ait traduit.

Please open the door.


Veuillez ouvrir la porte.

The ceiling is leaking.


Le plafond fuit.