No. 377 in Hebrew
חירום
Emergency.
In a sentence
הכוחות הגיעו במהירות למקום לאחר קריאת חירום.
The forces quickly arrived at the place after an emergency call.
In this sentence, the word "חירום" (emergency) refers to a specifically urgent and critical situation requiring immediate attention, as described by the scenario of an emergency call.
בבית הספר נערכת תרגולת לשעת חירום פעם בשנה.
At the school, an emergency drill is conducted once a year.
Here, "חירום" denotes a hypothetical emergency situation used for preparation and training, highlighting readiness for unforeseen circumstances.
המתנדבים סיפקו מזון ותרופות לנפגעי מצב חירום באזור.
The volunteers provided food and medicines to the victims of an emergency situation in the area.
In this context, "חירום" describes an ongoing critical situation necessitating aid and support, indicating urgency and need.
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