What are some polite Italian expressions for emergencies

Some polite Italian expressions for emergencies include phrases used to get attention or ask for help calmly and respectfully, such as:

• Mi scusi, può aiutarmi? (Excuse me, can you help me?)
• Per favore, c’è un’emergenza. (Please, there is an emergency.)
• Chiamate un dottore, per favore. (Call a doctor, please.)
• Ho bisogno di aiuto immediatamente. (I need help immediately.)
• Può chiamare un’ambulanza? (Can you call an ambulance?)

These expressions are polite yet convey urgency, suitable for emergency situations in Italian-speaking contexts. They balance respect and the need for quick assistance effectively. No detailed specific emergency idioms were found in the search results, but these practical phrases are commonly used and appropriate. ¹

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