意思
An exclamation used to call for urgent assistance in danger.
文化背景
In Spain, the 'Teléfono de Emergencias' is 112. If you call, you might say 'Necesito socorro' or 'Hay una emergencia'. While '¡Socorro!' is used, '¡Auxilio!' is extremely common in Mexican media and news reports for emergencies. The 'Socorro Rojo' was a historical international service organized by Communist parties, similar to the Red Cross, showing the word's organizational roots.
Don't over-roll
While the 'rr' is strong, don't let it slow down your cry in a real emergency.
The 'S.O.S.' Rule
If you would use 'S.O.S.' in English, use 'Socorro' in Spanish.
意思
An exclamation used to call for urgent assistance in danger.
Don't over-roll
While the 'rr' is strong, don't let it slow down your cry in a real emergency.
The 'S.O.S.' Rule
If you would use 'S.O.S.' in English, use 'Socorro' in Spanish.
Regional preference
In Spain, 'Socorro' is very common; in Mexico, you might hear 'Auxilio' more often in movies.
自我测试
Which situation requires '¡Socorro!'?
You are in a park and...
Socorro is for life-threatening emergencies.
Complete the sentence.
El hombre gritó '¡_______!' cuando se dio cuenta de que su casa estaba en llamas.
Fire is a major emergency.
Choose the most natural hyperbolic use.
¡Socorro! Mi gato...
Hyperbolic use implies a frustrating or overwhelming situation.
What would the lifeguard say?
Swimmer: ¡Socorro! ¡Socorro! Lifeguard: ________
The verb 'socorrer' matches the cry 'socorro'.
🎉 得分： /4
视觉学习工具
When to use Socorro vs Ayuda
¡Socorro!
- • Drowning
- • Fire
- • Robbery
¡Ayuda!
- • Moving boxes
- • Homework
- • Directions
练习题库
4 练习You are in a park and...
Socorro is for life-threatening emergencies.
El hombre gritó '¡_______!' cuando se dio cuenta de que su casa estaba en llamas.
Fire is a major emergency.
¡Socorro! Mi gato...
Hyperbolic use implies a frustrating or overwhelming situation.
Swimmer: ¡Socorro! ¡Socorro! Lifeguard: ________
The verb 'socorrer' matches the cry 'socorro'.
🎉 得分： /4
常见问题
6 个问题Yes, it is a traditional female name in Spanish (María del Socorro), though it is less common today.
Yes, it is perfect for when you are lost and feel in danger.
They are 99% interchangeable. 'Socorro' has a slightly more 'aid' focused root, while 'Auxilio' is 'help'.
No. In an emergency, politeness is skipped. Just shout the word.
Yes, it is universally understood.
You say 'Primeros auxilios', but 'socorrismo' is the act of being a lifeguard.
相关表达
¡Auxilio!
synonymHelp!
¡Ayuda!
similarHelp
Socorrista
builds onLifeguard / First responder
Primeros auxilios
similarFirst aid
