B2 noun Neutre

ambulance

/ˈæmbjələns/

A vehicle specially equipped for transporting sick or injured people to a hospital, usually in an emergency. It typically features sirens and flashing lights to signal other drivers to move aside in traffic.

Exemples

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1

The neighbors called an ambulance when the old man collapsed on the sidewalk.

The neighbors called an ambulance when the old man collapsed on the sidewalk.

2

Emergency protocols dictate that an ambulance must be dispatched within sixty seconds of the call.

Emergency protocols dictate that an ambulance must be dispatched within sixty seconds of the call.

3

I saw an ambulance flying down the highway with its sirens blaring.

I saw an ambulance flying down the highway with its sirens blaring.

Famille de mots

Nom
ambulance
Adjectif
ambulatory
Apparenté
paramedic
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Astuce mémo

The word comes from 'ambulate' (to walk). Think of it as a 'walking hospital' that moves to wherever the patient is located.

Quiz rapide

The ______ arrived within five minutes to take the injured athlete to the hospital.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : ambulance

Exemples

1

The neighbors called an ambulance when the old man collapsed on the sidewalk.

everyday

The neighbors called an ambulance when the old man collapsed on the sidewalk.

2

Emergency protocols dictate that an ambulance must be dispatched within sixty seconds of the call.

formal

Emergency protocols dictate that an ambulance must be dispatched within sixty seconds of the call.

3

I saw an ambulance flying down the highway with its sirens blaring.

informal

I saw an ambulance flying down the highway with its sirens blaring.

4

The study analyzes the correlation between ambulance response times and patient survival rates.

academic

The study analyzes the correlation between ambulance response times and patient survival rates.

5

The hospital board approved the budget to purchase three high-tech ambulances for the fleet.

business

The hospital board approved the budget to purchase three high-tech ambulances for the fleet.

Famille de mots

Nom
ambulance
Adjectif
ambulatory
Apparenté
paramedic

Collocations courantes

call an ambulance contact emergency services for a medical vehicle
ambulance siren the loud warning sound made by the vehicle
ambulance crew the team of paramedics or medical staff on the vehicle
emergency ambulance a vehicle used for immediate life-threatening situations
ambulance driver the person who operates the medical vehicle

Phrases Courantes

ambulance chaser

An unethical lawyer who seeks out accident victims to encourage them to sue for damages.

wait for the ambulance

The period of time between calling for help and the vehicle's arrival.

ambulance service

The organization or department responsible for managing emergency vehicles.

Souvent confondu avec

ambulance vs paramedic

An ambulance is the vehicle itself, whereas a paramedic is the person who provides medical care inside it.

ambulance vs stretcher

A stretcher is the bed-like device used to carry the patient into the ambulance.

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Notes d'usage

Use the article 'an' before 'ambulance' because it begins with a vowel sound. In British English, 'ambulance' can sometimes refer to the entire emergency medical service, not just the vehicle.

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Erreurs courantes

Learners often forget to use the indefinite article 'an'. Additionally, some learners mistakenly use 'ambulance' to refer to the people working in it rather than the vehicle.

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Astuce mémo

The word comes from 'ambulate' (to walk). Think of it as a 'walking hospital' that moves to wherever the patient is located.

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Origine du mot

From the French 'hôpital ambulant' (walking hospital), derived from the Latin 'ambulare' meaning 'to walk'.

Modèles grammaticaux

Countable noun (plural: ambulances). Often used as a noun adjunct in phrases like 'ambulance station' or 'ambulance ride'. Preceded by 'an' in the singular form.
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Contexte culturel

In many countries, the word 'AMBULANCE' is printed in reverse on the front of the vehicle so that drivers looking in their rearview mirrors can read it correctly.

Quiz rapide

The ______ arrived within five minutes to take the injured athlete to the hospital.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : ambulance

Mots lis

underpendsion

C1

The foundational support, basis, or underlying framework that provides stability and strength to a structure, theory, or organization. It refers to the core principles or physical elements that justify and hold up a larger system.

uniprivacy

C1

A conceptual term referring to a single, unified standard or framework of privacy protections applied consistently across different platforms, jurisdictions, or systems. It describes the state of having one streamlined set of data rights and security measures rather than fragmented or overlapping policies.

demarery

C1

A formal legal objection that admits the facts of an opponent's argument but denies that they are sufficient to justify a legal claim. It effectively argues that even if everything the opposing party says is true, there is no legal basis for a lawsuit.

translably

C1

The noun translably refers to the quality or degree to which a piece of text, an idea, or an expression can be effectively rendered into another language while preserving its original essence. It is a specialized linguistic term used to assess the feasibility of achieving semantic and cultural equivalence in translation tasks.

obfachood

C1

The state or condition of being deliberately obscure, hidden, or difficult to understand, particularly within a formal or technical system. It refers to the quality of a subject that has been rendered complex to prevent easy access or comprehension.

misdictile

C1

To transcribe or record spoken words incorrectly, especially in a manner that fundamentally alters the intended meaning or technical specifications of the message. It refers specifically to the failure of accuracy during the transition from auditory input to written or repeated output.

obgeotude

C1

The state or quality of being excessively preoccupied with physical location or geographical boundaries. It often refers to a mindset or policy that stubbornly prioritizes local physical presence over digital or global connectivity.

monotegate

C1

To consolidate multiple layers, systems, or categories into a single, unified structure. It is often used in technical or organizational contexts to describe the process of streamlining complex elements for the sake of efficiency or standardization.

autojecthood

C1

To transition a system, process, or entity into a state where it automatically identifies and rejects incompatible or non-compliant elements. It refers to the implementation of autonomous exclusion protocols to maintain system purity or efficiency.

contragratence

C1

A state or quality of being intentionally contrary or ungrateful, specifically characterized by a willful refusal to express gratitude or conform to expected social harmony. In academic or test-specific contexts, it often refers to a behavioral pattern of resisting positive social exchange.

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