German Emergency Vocabulary (A1-A2): List, Examples & Quiz

Emergency sign at a hospital entrance, emphasizing the importance of German emergency vocabulary.

Table of Contents

Introduction to German Emergency Vocabulary

When traveling or living in German-speaking countries, it’s crucial to know how to handle emergency situations. Understanding basic emergency vocabulary can make a significant difference when you need help or assistance. This beginner-friendly guide will introduce you to essential German words and phrases related to emergencies. In this article, we’ll cover important terms, provide example sentences, and offer resources to test your knowledge. By the end, you’ll feel more confident navigating emergencies in German.

German Emergency Vocabulary List

Below is a list of common German words related to emergencies, suitable for beginners at the A1-A2 levels. Get to know these terms to enhance your safety and communication in urgent situations.
German Word English Translation
die Apotheke the pharmacy
der Arzt the doctor
das Blut the blood
bluten to bleed
der Brand the fire
brennen to burn
der Diebstahl the theft
die Erste Hilfe the first aid
die Feuerwehr the fire department
der Feuerwehrmann the firefighter
die Gefahr the danger
gefährlich dangerous
helfen to help
die Hilfe the help
krank sick
das Krankenhaus the hospital
der Krankenwagen the ambulance
die Krankheit the illness
die Medikamente the medicines
die Notaufnahme the emergency room
der Notfall the emergency
der Notruf the emergency call
die Polizei the police
das Problem the problem
die Rettung the rescue
der Schmerz the pain
der Unfall the accident
verletzt injured
die Verletzung the injury
die Versicherung the insurance

Example Sentences Using German Emergency Vocabulary

Firefighters in action with a hose, representing practical terms in German emergency vocabulary.
Learn German emergency vocabulary to communicate effectively in urgent situations like firefighting and rescue operations.
To help you understand how these words are used in context, here are some example sentences with their English translations.
German Word German Example Sentence English Translation
die Apotheke Wo ist die nächste Apotheke? Where is the nearest pharmacy?
der Arzt Ich muss zum Arzt gehen. I need to see a doctor.
das Blut Er verliert viel Blut. He is losing a lot of blood.
bluten Meine Hand blutet. My hand is bleeding.
der Brand Es gibt einen Brand im Gebäude. There is a fire in the building.
brennen Das Haus brennt! The house is burning!
der Diebstahl Ich möchte einen Diebstahl melden. I want to report a theft.
die Erste Hilfe Kann jemand Erste Hilfe leisten? Can someone provide first aid?
die Feuerwehr Rufen Sie die Feuerwehr an! Call the fire department!
der Feuerwehrmann Der Feuerwehrmann löscht das Feuer. The firefighter is extinguishing the fire.
die Gefahr Vorsicht, Gefahr! Caution, danger!
gefährlich Die Straße ist gefährlich. The road is dangerous.
helfen Können Sie mir helfen? Can you help me?
die Hilfe Ich brauche Hilfe! I need help!
krank Ich fühle mich krank. I feel sick.
das Krankenhaus Wo ist das nächste Krankenhaus? Where is the nearest hospital?
der Krankenwagen Rufen Sie einen Krankenwagen! Call an ambulance!
die Krankheit Welche Krankheit haben Sie? What illness do you have?
die Medikamente Ich muss meine Medikamente nehmen. I need to take my medicines.
die Notaufnahme Er wurde in die Notaufnahme gebracht. He was taken to the emergency room.
der Notfall Das ist ein Notfall! This is an emergency!
der Notruf Wählen Sie den Notruf 112. Dial the emergency number 112.
die Polizei Wir müssen die Polizei informieren. We need to inform the police.
das Problem Es gibt ein Problem hier. There is a problem here.
die Rettung Die Rettung kommt bald. Rescue is coming soon.
der Schmerz Ich habe starke Schmerzen. I have severe pain.
der Unfall Es gab einen Unfall auf der Straße. There was an accident on the road.
verletzt Er ist verletzt. He is injured.
die Verletzung Die Verletzung ist nicht schwer. The injury is not serious.
die Versicherung                                                 Haben Sie eine Versicherung? Do you have insurance?

Emergency Vocabulary Quiz

Are you prepared to check your knowledge of German emergency vocabulary? Try our free quiz: here.

Conclusion

Learning German emergency vocabulary is important for anyone traveling or living in German-speaking countries. It equips you with the language skills needed to handle urgent situations effectively. Keep practicing these words, and don’t hesitate to revisit this guide whenever you need a refresher. Stay safe and take care! (Bleiben Sie sicher und passen Sie auf sich auf!)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Why is it important to learn German emergency vocabulary?

Knowing emergency vocabulary helps you communicate effectively during urgent situations, ensuring you can get the help you need promptly.

Are these emergency terms commonly used in Germany?

Yes, these terms are essential and commonly used in emergencies across German-speaking countries.

Where can I find more beginner German learning resources?

Visit our website for more vocabulary articles, vocabulary quizzes, grammar articles, grammar quizzes and short stories. Our resources are designed to make learning German both effective and enjoyable.

Recent Posts

Share

Logo of How to Study German with a map outline and German flag colors
Home
Privacy Policy & Sign Up
Contact Info
Email:

info [at] howtostudygerman [dot] com

Copyright 2025 All Rights Reserved.