die Apotheke, -n
pharmacy
Ein Geschäft, in dem man Medikamente und Heilmittel kaufen kann, um gesund zu werden.
The German word "Apotheke" is a noun that means "pharmacy" or "chemist's". It refers to a place where medicinal drugs are dispensed and sold, and where pharmacists provide healthcare advice. The word derives from the ancient Greek "apothēkē," meaning "storehouse" or "repository."
Similar words in German include "Drogerie" (drugstore), which may sell toiletries and cosmetics in addition to some medicines, and "Hausapotheke" (home pharmacy), which refers to a collection of medical supplies kept at home.
The main difference between "Apotheke" and "Drogerie" is that "Apotheke" typically requires a licensed pharmacist to operate and offers prescription medications, while a "Drogerie" may sell over-the-counter medicines and non-pharmaceutical products without a pharmacist.
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Examples
Die Apotheke schließt um 18 Uhr.noun
The pharmacy closes at 6 PM.
In der Apotheke gibt es Medikamente.noun
There are medications in the pharmacy.
Wie weit sind diese Apotheken entfernt?noun
How far away are these pharmacies?
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