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Spanish: Phrases > In trouble
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The sentences presented in this section will help you with the most basic expressions in Spanish. It
will certainly not be enough in order to start a conversation in Spanish, however being able to say a few words in the country's native
language will evoke sympathy and understanding.
Quite some people in Spain and Latin America speak English quite well as a second language, however only in the larger cities. Still you are advised
to purchase a language course before traveling.
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| Is there a problem? | ¿Hay algun problema? |
| I didn't know. | No sabía. |
| Help! | ¡Ayuda! |
| Quickly, call 112. | Rápido, llame a 112. |
| Call the police. | Llame a la policía. |
| Call an ambulance. | Llame a una ambulancia. |
| Call the fire brigade. | Llame a los bomberos. |
| I am sick. | Estoy enfermo. |
| My wallet / bag is stolen. | Mi billetera / cartera fue robada. |
| Where is the police station / hospital? | ¿Donde está la estación de policías / hospital? |
| I am (not) insured. | (no) estoy asegurado. |
| Am I being arrested? | ¿Me están arrestando? |
| I want a lawyer. | Deseo un abogado. |
| I need a translator. | Necesito un traductor. |
| Go away, or I'll scream. | Vayase, o grito. |
| Piss off! | Vete a la mierda (really ofensive) |
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