10 Essential Portuguese Phrases for Emergency Situations
Stay safe and get help when you need it most with these crucial Portuguese emergency phrases.
Navigating a new country can be exciting, but it's always wise to be prepared for the unexpected. Knowing how to ask for help in Portuguese can make a significant difference in an emergency. From medical issues to unexpected legal troubles or even just getting lost, these phrases are designed to help you communicate critical information quickly and efficiently. This pack focuses on clarity and directness, enabling you to convey your needs to emergency services or helpful bystanders.
What this lesson covers
Core Portuguese words for everyday conversation.
English meanings, pronunciation hints, and tap-to-hear audio.
A quick flashcard flow and quiz to make the words stick.
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Learn the first set, listen out loud, then move into the full list below.
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Words 1–10
- Socorro!soh-KOH-hooHelp!
- Preciso de ajuda.preh-SEE-zoo djee ah-ZHOO-dahI need help.
- Chame a polícia.SHAH-mee ah poh-LEE-see-ahCall the police.
- Chame uma ambulância.SHAH-mee OO-mah ahm-boo-LAH-see-ahCall an ambulance.
- Chame os bombeiros.SHAH-mee ooz bohm-BAY-roosCall the fire department.
- Estou perdido(a).es-TOH per-JEE-doo(dah)I am lost.
- Onde fica o hospital mais próximo?OHN-djee FEE-cah oo os-pee-TAHL mah-ees PROH-see-mooWhere is the nearest hospital?
- Preciso de um médico.preh-SEE-zoo djee oom MEH-jee-cooI need a doctor.
- Tenho um problema médico.TEN-yoo oom proh-BLEH-mah MEH-jee-cooI have a medical problem.
- Não entendo.NOW en-TEN-dooI don't understand.
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