报警
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Meaning: to call the police
How to Understand
报警
报警 means 'to call the police' or 'to report a crime.' It specifically refers to the act of informing law enforcement about an emergency or wrongdoing, distinguishing it from general reporting or notifying someone.
The character 报 (bào) originally meant 'to report' or 'to announce,' while 警 (jǐng) means 'alert' or 'warning.' Together, they form a term that emphasizes the action of alerting authorities to a situation requiring intervention.
报警 is commonly used in daily life when someone encounters a problem that requires police assistance. It is also used in legal contexts and is an essential phrase for travelers or expatriates living in China. In emergencies, people often say 报警 to request help quickly.
Example Sentences
他发现小偷后立刻报警了。
He immediately called the police after spotting the thief.
火灾发生时，有人迅速报警。
When the fire broke out, someone quickly called the police.