10 essential Polish phrases for emergency situations
Learn crucial Polish phrases to navigate unexpected and urgent situations with confidence.
Emergencies can happen anywhere, and knowing a few key phrases in Polish can make a significant difference when you're in distress. Whether it's a medical issue, a safety concern, or simply needing help, these expressions will be invaluable. Don't let a language barrier add to your stress. This essential phrase pack is designed to equip you with the immediate tools to communicate your needs effectively. Practice them beforehand so you can recall them easily under pressure.
What this lesson covers
Core Polish words for everyday conversation.
English meanings, pronunciation hints, and tap-to-hear audio.
A quick flashcard flow and quiz to make the words stick.
Start with these key words
Learn the first set, listen out loud, then move into the full list below.
Flashcards
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Full vocabulary list
Words 1–10
- Pomocy!poh-MO-tsiHelp!
- Potrzebuję pomocy medycznej.poht-sheh-BOO-yeh poh-MOH-tsee med-ITCH-neyI need medical help.
- Zadzwoń po pogotowie.zad-ZVON poh poh-go-TOH-vyehCall an ambulance.
- Zadzwoń na policję.zad-ZVON nah poh-LEE-tsyehCall the police.
- Mam problem.mam PROH-blemI have a problem.
- Jestem ranny/ranna.YES-tem RAHN-nee / RAH-nahI am injured. (male/female)
- Gdzie jest najbliższy szpital?gdje yehst nay-BLEEZH-shih SHPEE-talWhere is the nearest hospital?
- Zgubiłem/Zgubiłam się.zgoo-BEE-wem / zgoo-BEE-wam shyehI am lost. (male/female)
- Potrzebuję lekarza.poht-sheh-BOO-yeh leh-KAH-zhahI need a doctor.
- To jest nagłe!toh yehst NAH-gwehThis is an emergency!
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