French Emergency Phrases: Essential Guide Part 1

French Medical Emergency Phrases

Calling for Help

1. "Au secours!" (Help!)

• Universal emergency call
• Used in any urgent situation

2. "J'ai besoin d'une ambulance!" (I need an ambulance!)

• Direct request for medical services
• Used when immediate medical transport is needed

Describing Medical Problems

1. "Je ne me sens pas bien" (I don't feel well)

• General statement of illness
• Used for non-specific discomfort

2. "J'ai mal à..." (I have pain in...)

• • la tête (head)
• • la poitrine (chest)
• • l'estomac (stomach)
• Used to specify location of pain

3. "Je suis allergique à..." (I'm allergic to...)

• • les arachides (peanuts)
• • les antibiotiques (antibiotics)
• Essential for preventing medical complications

Location Information

Giving Your Position

1. "Je suis à..." (I am at...)

• Used to tell emergency services your location

2. "L'adresse est..." (The address is...)

• For precise location information

Asking for Directions to Medical Facilities

1. "Où est l'hôpital le plus proche?" (Where is the nearest hospital?)

• Used when you need directions to medical care

2. "Où est la pharmacie?" (Where is the pharmacy?)

• For less urgent medical needs

Personal Information

Essential Details

1. "Mon groupe sanguin est..." (My blood type is...)

• Critical medical information

2. "Je prends des médicaments pour..." (I take medication for...)

• Important for medical staff to know

Practice These Phrases:

• Memorize them with correct pronunciation
• Keep them written in your phone
• Practice saying them clearly
• Share them with travel companions

In a real emergency in France, dial 15 for medical emergencies, 17 for police, or 18 for fire department.