Korean phrases for emergency

Below are Korean phrases (한국어) 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
    도와주세요!
    Pronunciation
    dowajuseyo
    Meaning
    Help!
  • Native
    경찰을 불러주세요
    Pronunciation
    gyeongchareul bulleojuseyo
    Meaning
    Call the police
  • Native
    의사가 필요해요
    Pronunciation
    uisa-ga piryohaeyo
    Meaning
    I need a doctor
  • Native
    응급상황이에요
    Pronunciation
    eunggeup-sanghwang-ieyo
    Meaning
    It is an emergency

Frequently asked questions

Are these Korean phrases formal or informal?

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

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

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