📘 Part of the Complete English Course · Elementary (A2), week 9
1. Learn the words
Press 🔊 to hear the word and the example. Say each one out loud.
| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| emergency | a serious, urgent situation | In an emergency, call 000. |
| ambulance | a vehicle for sick or injured people | Call an ambulance! |
| fire brigade | the fire service | The fire brigade arrived quickly. |
| police | people who keep the law | I need to call the police. |
| accident | something bad that happens by chance | There was a car accident. |
| injured | hurt | Is anyone injured? |
| unconscious | not awake and not responding | He's unconscious. |
| bleeding | losing blood | Her arm is bleeding. |
| breathing | taking air in and out | Is she breathing? |
| first aid | basic help for an injured person | Do you know first aid? |
| smoke alarm | a device that beeps when there's smoke | Check your smoke alarm. |
| evacuate | leave a dangerous place | We had to evacuate the building. |
| exit | the way out | Where's the nearest exit? |
| safe | not in danger | Are you safe now? |
| address | where a place is | What's the address of the emergency? |
| urgent | needing action now | It's urgent. |
2. Practise with flashcards
Read the meaning and type the missing word. Words you find hard come back sooner.
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3. Check yourself
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most useful English words for emergencies and safety?
Start with these 16 words, including emergency, ambulance, fire brigade, police. Each has a simple meaning, an example sentence and audio.
What's the best way to learn new English words?
Listen and say each word out loud, use the flashcards for a few minutes a day (hard words come back sooner), then write your own example sentence.
What level are these words?
They're Elementary (A2) words, from week 9 of the free Complete English Course.