What to Say and Do When You Feel Sick in English?

TL;DR

When you feel sick, you can express it in English by saying, 'I am sick' or 'I don't feel well.' You should call in sick to work or inform your school if you're a student. For help, visit a pharmacy for medicine, a medical center for a doctor's appointment, a walk-in clinic for urgent care, or the emergency room for serious conditions.

Transcript

Hi, Bob the Canadian here. I'm in town today because I thought I would show you four different places that you can go if you're feeling sick. As you know, last week, I wasn't feeling well. Last week I was sick. And I thought that during my time while I was sick, I should make a little English lesson for you about being sick and the things that you ... Read More

Key Insights

• 😷 Various ways to express feeling sick in English include "I am sick," "I feel sick," and "I don't feel well."
• 😷 Calling in sick is necessary for employees, while students or parents inform schools of absences.
• 😷 Medical options for sickness include pharmacies for medicine, medical centers for doctor's visits, walk-in clinics for convenience, and emergency rooms for serious cases.

Questions & Answers

Q: What are some common English phrases for describing being sick?

Common phrases include "I am sick," "I feel sick," "I don't feel well," and "I'm not feeling well."

Q: How should you inform your boss about taking a sick day?

You should call in sick to let your boss know you need to take a sick day and follow any company protocols for reporting absences.

Q: When might it be necessary to visit an emergency room for medical assistance?

You should go to the emergency room for serious health concerns like high fever, severe pain, or injuries that require immediate attention.

Q: How can you seek medical help if you are unable to drive to a hospital?

In cases of emergency, you can call an ambulance by dialing 911 for assistance if you are too sick or injured to get to a hospital.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Bob shares English phrases for describing sickness and what to do when ill, including calling in sick.

• He highlights four places to visit when feeling unwell: a pharmacy, medical center, walk-in clinic, and emergency room.

• Bob also mentions calling an ambulance as a last resort for severe sickness.