Spanish Phrase
Llama al 911 para ayuda inmediata.
Meaning
This sentence is a direct instruction: 'Call 911 for immediate help.' It is used to tell someone to contact emergency services right away.
When to use
Use this phrase in any urgent situation—fire, medical emergency, accident, or any scenario where immediate assistance from emergency responders is needed.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Llamaal911paraayudainmediata
Imperative (affirmative)
Llama is the affirmative imperative form of llamar for the informal 'tú' (or formal 'usted' in some regions). It is used to give a direct command.
al = a + el
The preposition a (to) contracts with the masculine singular article el, forming al, meaning 'to the' or 'at the'.
para + noun
Para introduces purpose: 'for' or 'in order to'. Here it links the action (calling) with the goal (immediate help).
adjective agreement
Ayuda is a feminine noun, so the adjective must agree in gender and number: inmediata (feminine singular).
🗨In Conversation
¿Qué debo hacer si hay un incendio en mi casa?
What should I do if there's a fire in my house?
Llama al 911 para ayuda inmediata.
Call 911 for immediate help.
✕Common Mistakes
Llamas al 911 para ayuda inmediata.
The verb should be in the imperative form (llama) not the present indicative (llamas).
Llama al 911 para ayuda inmediato.
Ayuda is feminine, so the adjective must be femenina: inmediata.
Llama al número 911 para ayuda inmediata.
Both are correct, but dropping 'número' makes the phrase shorter and more natural in spoken Spanish.
↔Alternatives
Marca el 911 para recibir ayuda de inmediato.
Dial 911 to receive help immediately.
Llama al número de emergencias para asistencia inmediata.
Call the emergency number for immediate assistance.
Contacta al 911 y obtén ayuda al instante.
Contact 911 and get help instantly.
Cultural Tip
In most Spanish‑speaking countries the emergency number is 911, but some places also use 112 (Europe) or have separate numbers for police (066 in Mexico), ambulance (065), and fire (068). When you call, speak clearly, give your exact location, and stay on the line until the operator says you can hang up. Using a calm tone helps the dispatcher understand you better.