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Safety and Emergency Czech Phrases

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Learning the local language can be both exciting and useful, especially when traveling to Czech-speaking countries. In cases of emergencies and for ensuring safety, it’s critical to know some key phrases. Here are some vital Czech phrases to learn that could be lifesavers.

Pomoc! – Help!
This is probably the most universal emergency word and it is just as important in Czech.
Křičela jsem “Pomoc!” když jsem si uvědomila, že nás sleduje.

Pozor! – Watch out!/Be careful!
Used to caution someone about a potential danger.
“Pozor!” zakřičel jsem, když jsem viděl, jak k němu blíží auto.

Zavolejte policii! – Call the police!
If you are facing a situation which requires police intervention.
Když jsem viděl vloupání, řekl jsem sousedovi, aby zavolal policii.

Potřebuji pomoc. – I need help.
When you’re in need of assistance in any scenario.
Potřebuji pomoc, ztratil jsem všechny své věci.

Je to naléhavé. – It’s urgent.
To stress on the immediacy of the situation.
Zavolejte lékaře, je to naléhavé!

Zavolejte záchranku! – Call an ambulance!
For situations requiring medical attention.
Můj otec se zhroutil, zavolejte záchranku!

Mám alergii. – I have an allergy.
Essential for preventing allergic reactions or to explain your health condition.
Nemohu to jíst, mám alergii na ořechy.

Nemůžu dýchat. – I can’t breathe.
To indicate respiratory distress.
Nemůžu dýchat, potřebuju inhalátor!

Jsem ztracený/ztracená. (used by men/women respectively) – I’m lost.
If you find yourself unable to navigate your way.
Jsem ztracený, můžete mi prosím ukázat na mapě, kde jsme?

Potřebuji doktora. – I need a doctor.
When in need of medical care.
Potřebuji doktora, mám vysokou horečku.

Kde je nemocnice? – Where is the hospital?
Locating the nearest medical facility could be a priority at times.
Prosím vás, kde je nemocnice? Moje přítelkyně potřebuje lékaře.

Hoří! – It’s burning!/Fire!
To alert others about a fire.
Hoří! Volejte hasiče!

Stop! – Stop!
A direct command to demand halting an action or behavior.
Stop! Nechoďte do té vody, je tam silný proud!

Opusťte budovu! – Evacuate the building!
A phrase that could be used in case of emergency requiring everyone to leave a location immediately.
Prosím, všichni klidně opusťte budovu, spustil se požární alarm.

It’s crucial to not only remember these phrases but also to pronounce them correctly. Try to practice them with a native speaker or using an audio-based language app. In times of crisis, these words could literally save lives, including your own. Whenever you’re in an unfamiliar place where the Czech language is spoken, having these expressions in your toolkit will provide you with a higher level of security and peace of mind.

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