Italian phrases for emergency

Below are Italian phrases (Italiano) 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
    Aiuto!
    Pronunciation
    ah-YOO-toh
    Meaning
    Help!
  • Native
    Chiami la polizia
    Pronunciation
    KYAH-mee lah poh-leet-SEE-ah
    Meaning
    Call the police
  • Native
    Ho bisogno di un medico
    Pronunciation
    oh bee-ZOH-nyoh dee oon MEH-dee-koh
    Meaning
    I need a doctor
  • Native
    È un'emergenza
    Pronunciation
    eh oo-neh-mer-JEN-tsah
    Meaning
    It is an emergency

Frequently asked questions

Are these Italian phrases formal or informal?

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

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

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