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Call the fire brigade

🇬🇧 UK //kɔːl ðə faɪə brɪˈɡeɪd// 🇺🇸 US //kɔl ðə faɪr brɪˈɡeɪd//

Meaning of Call the fire brigade

Request the fire department to respond to a fire emergency.

In simple words: Ask firefighters to come when there is a fire.

Call the fire brigade in a sentence

• In case of a fire, please call the fire brigade immediately.
• We had to call the fire brigade when the kitchen caught fire.
• He was instructed to call the fire brigade as soon as he smelled smoke.
• It’s crucial to call the fire brigade without delay during an emergency.

How to use Call the fire brigade

Used when there is a fire emergency. Avoid in casual conversations or non-emergency situations. Commonly used in the UK.

Grammar pattern

call + object (fire brigade)

Memory hint

Imagine a fire calling for help, and the brigade rushing to save the day.

Related words

Collocations with Call the fire brigade

• fire brigade response
• call emergency services
• contact fire department

Synonyms for Call the fire brigade

• call for firefighters
• alert the fire service
• notify fire department

Common mistakes with Call the fire brigade

• Confused with 'call for help' which is more general.
• Incorrectly using 'brigade' when referring to other types of rescue teams.

Frequently asked questions about Call the fire brigade

What does Call the fire brigade mean?

Ask firefighters to come when there is a fire.

What is the definition of Call the fire brigade?

Request the fire department to respond to a fire emergency.

How do you use Call the fire brigade in a sentence?

In case of a fire, please call the fire brigade immediately.

Can you give another example of Call the fire brigade?

We had to call the fire brigade when the kitchen caught fire.

What are synonyms for Call the fire brigade?

Common alternatives include call for firefighters, alert the fire service, notify fire department.

What words go with Call the fire brigade?

It commonly pairs with fire brigade response, call emergency services, contact fire department.

What are common mistakes when using Call the fire brigade?

Confused with 'call for help' which is more general. Incorrectly using 'brigade' when referring to other types of rescue teams.

How do you pronounce Call the fire brigade?

US: //kɔl ðə faɪr brɪˈɡeɪd//, UK: //kɔːl ðə faɪə brɪˈɡeɪd//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Call the fire brigade?

Used when there is a fire emergency. Avoid in casual conversations or non-emergency situations. Commonly used in the UK.