Emergency
01
紧急刹车, 手刹
a hand-operated brake used to stop a vehicle when the main brakes fail
例子
He engaged the emergency to stop the car on the steep slope.
他启动了紧急制动以在陡坡上停车。
The driver pulled the emergency in a critical situation.
司机在危急情况下拉下了紧急制动器。
02
紧急情况, 突发事件
an unexpected and usually dangerous situation needing immediate attention or action
例子
The lifeguard quickly responded to the emergency when a swimmer began struggling in the water.
救生员迅速对紧急情况做出反应，当时一名游泳者开始在水中挣扎。
The pilot declared an emergency due to engine failure.
飞行员因发动机故障宣布紧急情况。
03
紧急状态, 紧急情况
a state in which martial law is imposed, suspending ordinary legal processes and granting military authorities control
例子
The president declared an emergency to restore order amid the riots.
总统宣布紧急状态以在骚乱中恢复秩序。
The government announced an emergency following the coup attempt.
政府在政变企图后宣布了紧急状态。
