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10 essential Mandarin Chinese phrases for emergency situations
Navigate any crisis in China with confidence. Learn these vital Mandarin phrases.
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Emergencies can strike anywhere, anytime, and being prepared can make all the difference. Knowing a few key phrases in Mandarin can help you get the assistance you need quickly and effectively. Whether it's a medical issue, a safety concern, or a travel mishap, having these phrases at your fingertips will empower you to communicate your needs to locals or authorities.
What this lesson covers
Core Chinese 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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Translate
发生什么事了？
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Words 1–10
- 救命！Jee-oh-ming!Help!
- 我需要帮助。Wuh shoo-yow bahng-joo.I need help.
- 请帮我报警。Ching bahng wuh bah-jing.Please help me call the police.
- 我迷路了。Wuh mee-loo-luh.I'm lost.
- 我生病了。Wuh shuhng-bing-luh.I'm sick.
- 我需要医生。Wuh shoo-yow ee-shuhng.I need a doctor.
- 发生什么事了？Fah-shuhng shuh-muh shur-luh?What happened?
- 我在哪里？Wuh zai nuh-lee?Where am I?
- 这是什么地方？Juh shuh shuh-muh dee-fuhng?What is this place?
- 请告诉我地址。Ching guh-soo wuh duh duh-juh.Please tell me the address.
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