How to communicate urgent symptoms in Japanese during emergencies

Critical Emergency Phrases for Medical Needs in Japanese: How to communicate urgent symptoms in Japanese during emergencies

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To communicate urgent symptoms in Japanese during emergencies, it is important to use clear and direct phrases that convey the urgency and the nature of the symptoms. Here are some essential phrases and words you can use:

To get attention and indicate emergency:

「助けてください！」 (Tasukete kudasai!) — “Help please!”
「緊急です！」 (Kinkyū desu!) — “It’s urgent!”

To describe pain or discomfort:

「痛いです！」 (Itai desu!) — “It hurts!”
「胸が痛いです」 (Mune ga itai desu) — “I have chest pain.”
「頭が痛いです」 (Atama ga itai desu) — “I have a headache.”

To describe breathing problems:

「息が苦しいです」 (Iki ga kurushii desu) — “I have difficulty breathing.”
「息ができません」 (Iki ga dekimasen) — “I can’t breathe.”

To point out other urgent symptoms:

「意識がありません」 (Ishiki ga arimasen) — “I am unconscious.”
「倒れました」 (Taoremashita) — “I have collapsed.”
「吐き気があります」 (Hakike ga arimasu) — “I feel nauseous.”

It helps to speak slowly and clearly, pointing to the part of the body if possible. Using a smartphone translation app or medical phrasebook can also assist in an emergency.

These phrases are widely understood in medical settings and emergency calls in Japan. Preparing and practicing these can aid rapid and effective communication during an urgent health crisis.

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