Urgence
Emergency
Language note: Pronounced 'oor-jawnss'.
Culture note: Used to indicate a pressing or dangerous situation.
Context: A fellow traveler suddenly faints, creating a situation of panic.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Urgence
[ur-zahns]
Emergency
A serious or dangerous situation that needs immediate action.
Il y a une urgence médicale.
There is a medical emergency.
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