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French: Phrases > In trouble
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The sentences presented in this section will help you with the most basic expressions in French. It
will certainly not be enough in order to start a conversation in French, however being able to say a few words in the country's native
language will evoke sympathy and understanding.
Not everyone speaks very good English in France. Therefore it is certainly recommended that you buy a professional language
guide or language course before you travel.
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| Is there a problem? | Y a-t-il un problème? |
| I didn't know. | Je n'ai pas su. |
| Help! | Aide! |
| Quickly, call 112. | Rapidement, appel 112. |
| Call the police. | Appelez la police. |
| Call an ambulance. | Appelez une ambulance. |
| Call the fire brigade. | Appelez les sapeurs-pompiers. |
| I am sick. | Je suis malade. |
| My wallet / bag is stolen. | Ma portemonnaie / le sac est volé. |
| Where is the police station / hospital? | Où est le commissariat de police/ hôpital? |
| I am (not) insured. | Je (ne) suis (pas) assuré. |
| Am I being arrested? | Est-ce que je suis arrêté? |
| I want a lawyer. | Je veux un avocat. |
| I need a translator. | J'ai besoin d'un traducteur. |
| Go away, or I'll scream. | Allez-vous -en, ou je crierai. |
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