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报警Calling Police

在海外遇到偷窃、迷路等紧急情况,需要报警或向警察求助 This scene includes 18 dialogue turns across 2 conversation paths, helping you practice with 警察.

Emergency · 紧急18 phrasesIntermediate 进阶Basic 基础

Dialogue Preview · 对话预览

Reporting a Theft · 被偷

intermediate
You

Excuse me, I need to report a theft. My wallet was stolen.

打扰一下,我要报案。我的钱包被偷了。

💡 在美国报警打 911,英国打 999,欧洲通用 112。非紧急情况可以直接去警察局。

I'm sorry to hear that. When and where did this happen?

很遗憾。这是什么时候、在哪里发生的?

You

It happened about an hour ago, on the subway. I think someone pickpocketed me on the train between Central and Park Street stations.

大约一小时前,在地铁上。我觉得有人在 Central 站和 Park Street 站之间扒了我的钱包。

Can you describe what was in the wallet? Any credit cards, cash, or ID?

能描述一下钱包里有什么吗?信用卡、现金还是证件?

You

There were two credit cards, about $200 in cash, and my driver's license. I've already called my bank to cancel the cards.

里面有两张信用卡、大约 200 美元现金和我的驾照。我已经打电话给银行挂失了。

💡 发现被偷后第一步是打电话给银行挂失信用卡,防止被盗刷。

Good that you've already contacted your bank. I'll need your full name, passport number, and where you're staying. I'll file a police report for you.

您已经联系了银行,这很好。我需要您的全名、护照号码和住址。我会为您开一份报案记录。

You

My name is Wang Wei. Here's my passport. I'm staying at the Hilton on 5th Avenue.

我叫王伟。这是我的护照。我住在第五大道的希尔顿酒店。

Thank you. Here's your police report number. You'll need this for your insurance claim and if your embassy requires it. Keep this copy safe.

谢谢。这是您的报案编号。您的保险理赔和大使馆可能会需要这个。请保管好这份副本。

You

Thank you, officer. Is there any chance of getting my wallet back?

谢谢警官。有可能找回我的钱包吗?

To be honest, pickpocket cases are difficult to solve, but we'll do our best. If we recover anything, we'll contact you. In the meantime, be extra careful on public transport.

说实话,扒窃案很难破,但我们会尽力。如果找到东西,我们会联系您。同时,坐公共交通时要格外小心。

Lost and Asking for Help · 迷路求助

basic
You

Excuse me, officer. I'm a tourist and I'm completely lost. I can't find my hotel.

打扰一下,警官。我是游客,完全迷路了。找不到我的酒店。

💡 在国外迷路时,找穿制服的警察或去商店求助是最安全的做法。手机没电时尤其重要。

Don't worry, I can help. Do you know the name and address of your hotel?

别担心,我可以帮你。你知道酒店的名字和地址吗?

You

It's called the Grand Hotel, but I don't remember the exact address. My phone is dead so I can't check the map.

叫 Grand Hotel,但我不记得具体地址了。手机没电了,看不了地图。

The Grand Hotel — I know where that is. It's about a 15-minute walk from here. Do you have your hotel key card? The address might be on it.

Grand Hotel——我知道在哪。从这里步行大约 15 分钟。你有酒店房卡吗?上面可能有地址。

You

Oh yes, here it is! It says 120 Main Street.

哦对,在这!上面写的是 Main Street 120 号。

💡 建议出门前拿一张酒店名片或把酒店地址截图保存,以备不时之需。

That's right. Here's how you get there: go straight down this road for two blocks, then turn right at the traffic light. You'll see the hotel on your left.

没错。这样走:沿这条路直走两个街区,在红绿灯处右转。酒店在你左边。

You

Straight for two blocks, then right at the light. Got it. Thank you so much!

直走两个街区,红绿灯右转。明白了。非常感谢!

You're welcome. And a tip — always keep a photo of your hotel address on your phone, or carry the hotel business card. Stay safe!

不客气。给你个建议——手机里存一张酒店地址的照片,或者带上酒店名片。注意安全!

Key Phrases · 关键短语

when and where

什么时候、在哪里

did this happen

发生的

describe

描述

credit cards

信用卡

cash

现金

ID

证件

full name

全名

passport number

护照号码

police report

报案记录

file

提交/开具

police report number

报案编号

insurance claim

保险理赔

Cultural Notes · 文化注释

  • 在美国报警打 911,英国打 999,欧洲通用 112。非紧急情况可以直接去警察局。
  • 发现被偷后第一步是打电话给银行挂失信用卡,防止被盗刷。
  • 在国外迷路时,找穿制服的警察或去商店求助是最安全的做法。手机没电时尤其重要。
  • 建议出门前拿一张酒店名片或把酒店地址截图保存,以备不时之需。

How to practice this scene · 如何练习

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Repeat · 逐句跟读

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Role-play · 角色扮演

Practice as the traveler while listening to the other speaker.

FAQ · 常见问题

What do you say when "calling police" in English?
You can start with: "Excuse me, I need to report a theft. My wallet was stolen." (打扰一下,我要报案。我的钱包被偷了。). Tip: 在美国报警打 911,英国打 999,欧洲通用 112。非紧急情况可以直接去警察局。
What will staff/locals say to you during "calling police"?
You may hear: "I'm sorry to hear that. When and where did this happen?" (很遗憾。这是什么时候、在哪里发生的?). 尽量提供准确的时间和地点,越详细越好
How many English phrases are in this "Calling Police" scene?
This scene contains 18 dialogue turns across 2 conversation flows, covering reporting a theft, lost and asking for help.
Are there cultural tips for "calling police" in English-speaking countries?
在美国报警打 911,英国打 999,欧洲通用 112。非紧急情况可以直接去警察局。 发现被偷后第一步是打电话给银行挂失信用卡,防止被盗刷。

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