Danish · A1 (Beginner)
Emergencies in Danish: Words & Phrases
Quick answer: The most useful Danish words for emergencies are Hjælp! (Help!), politiet (the police) and lægen/doktoren (the doctor). The full Danish emergencies phrase list with example sentences is below.
The essential Danish vocabulary for emergencies, with example sentences and English translations. This is A1 (Beginner) material — exactly the kind of practical language you need when you're learning Danish to live, work, or settle abroad.
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Key emergencies vocabulary
| Danish | English |
|---|---|
| Hjælp! | Help! |
| politiet | the police |
| lægen/doktoren | the doctor |
| apoteket | the pharmacy |
| syg | sick / ill |
| skadestuen | A&E |
| tyven | the thief |
| skadet | injured |
| ringe | to call / phone |
| brandvæsenet | the fire brigade |
Example sentences
Hjælp! Jeg har brug for en læge!
Help! I need a doctor!
Ring til politiet!
Call the police!
Jeg har brug for en læge med det samme.
I need a doctor immediately.
Hvor er det nærmeste apotek?
Where is the nearest pharmacy?
Jeg er syg. Hjælp mig!
I am sick. Help me!
Jeg skal på skadestuen.
I need to go to A&E.
How to actually learn these
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