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UK/["/ɪˈmɜːdʒənsi/"]/US/["/ɪˈmɜːrdʒənsi/"]/

Meaning of Emergency

a sudden serious and dangerous event or situation that needs immediate action to deal with it

In simple words: A serious situation that needs quick action.

Emergency in a sentence

  • The hospital is prepared for an emergency situation at all times.
  • In case of an emergency, dial 911 for immediate assistance.
  • The emergency exits are clearly marked throughout the building.
  • During the emergency, the community came together to support each other.

How to use Emergency

Use 'emergency' for situations requiring immediate help, like medical issues or disasters. Avoid using it casually; it's serious.

Grammar pattern

emergency + noun

Memory hint

Imagine you hear an 'emergency' siren, signaling the need for action.

Related words

Collocations with Emergency

Synonyms for Emergency

Opposites of Emergency

Common mistakes with Emergency

  • Using 'emergency' to describe non-urgent situations.
  • Confusing 'emergency' with 'urgent' — not all urgent matters are emergencies.
  • Incorrectly saying 'an emergency situation' instead of just 'emergency'.

Compare Emergency with Crisis, Disaster, Problem

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Frequently asked questions about Emergency

What does Emergency mean?

A serious situation that needs quick action.

What is the definition of Emergency?

a sudden serious and dangerous event or situation that needs immediate action to deal with it

How do you use Emergency in a sentence?

The hospital is prepared for an emergency situation at all times.

Can you give another example of Emergency?

In case of an emergency, dial 911 for immediate assistance.

What are synonyms for Emergency?

Common alternatives include crisis, disaster, urgent situation, catastrophe, problem.

What is the opposite of Emergency?

Opposite meanings include normal, routine.

What words go with Emergency?

It commonly pairs with dire, extreme, major, have, cope with, deal with, arise, happen, occur, situation, action, measures, for emergency, in an emergency, in case of emergency, in case of emergencies, a state of emergency.

What are common mistakes when using Emergency?

Using 'emergency' to describe non-urgent situations. Confusing 'emergency' with 'urgent' — not all urgent matters are emergencies. Incorrectly saying 'an emergency situation' instead of just 'emergency'.

How do you pronounce Emergency?

US: /["/ɪˈmɜːrdʒənsi/"]/, UK: /["/ɪˈmɜːdʒənsi/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Emergency?

Use 'emergency' for situations requiring immediate help, like medical issues or disasters. Avoid using it casually; it's serious.

What CEFR level is Emergency?

"Emergency" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.