Arabic phrases for emergency

Below are Arabic phrases (العربية) you'll actually use for emergency. Each card shows the native text, an English-friendly pronunciation guide, and the meaning. Tap copy to paste straight into any app or message.

  • Native
    النجدة!
    Pronunciation
    an-najda
    Meaning
    Help!
  • Native
    اتصل بالشرطة
    Pronunciation
    ittaṣil bish-shurṭa
    Meaning
    Call the police
  • Native
    أحتاج طبيبا
    Pronunciation
    aḥtāj ṭabīban
    Meaning
    I need a doctor
  • Native
    إنها حالة طارئة
    Pronunciation
    innahā ḥāla ṭāriʾa
    Meaning
    It is an emergency

Frequently asked questions

Are these Arabic phrases formal or informal?

Most are neutral and safe for both casual and polite settings. When the difference matters in Arabic, we choose the everyday-polite form.

How accurate is the romanization?

Romanizations are tuned for English speakers as a pronunciation aid, not a strict transliteration. Use them as a guide, then listen to a native speaker.

Can I copy Arabic text into any app?

Yes. Every phrase copies as Unicode and pastes into chat apps, notes, email, design tools and word processors with no encoding issues.

Will my keyboard switch to Arabic after copying?

No. Copy-paste only inserts the characters; your typing layout doesn't change. To type Arabic regularly, install a system keyboard.

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