Chinese (Mandarin) phrases for emergency

Below are Chinese (Mandarin) phrases (中文) 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
    救命！
    Pronunciation
    jiùmìng
    Meaning
    Help!
  • Native
    请叫警察
    Pronunciation
    qǐng jiào jǐngchá
    Meaning
    Call the police
  • Native
    我需要医生
    Pronunciation
    wǒ xūyào yīshēng
    Meaning
    I need a doctor
  • Native
    这是紧急情况
    Pronunciation
    zhè shì jǐnjí qíngkuàng
    Meaning
    It is an emergency

Frequently asked questions

Are these Chinese (Mandarin) phrases formal or informal?

Most are neutral and safe for both casual and polite settings. When the difference matters in Chinese (Mandarin), 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 Chinese (Mandarin) 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 Chinese (Mandarin) after copying?

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

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