Translation of German word "Apotheke" to English
dieApotheke
/apoˈteːkə/
Meaning
NounA place where prescription drugs are sold or dispensed.
How to use
Apotheke ('pharmacy / chemist's') is feminine: die Apotheke (plural: die Apotheken). In der Apotheke arbeiten — To work in a pharmacy.
🇬🇧 English
pharmacy
Example
Die Apotheke ist ein wichtiger Ort.
The pharmacy is an important place.
Ich gehe zur Apotheke für Medikamente.
I go to the pharmacy for medicine.
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Common phrases
- Notdienstapotheke— emergency / on-duty pharmacy
- apothekenpflichtig— available only at pharmacies
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What is the definition of the German word "die Apotheke"?▼
The German word "die Apotheke" is defined as: "A place where prescription drugs are sold or dispensed."
What does the German word "die Apotheke" mean?▼
The German word "die Apotheke" means "pharmacy" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "Apotheke"?▼
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Can I see an example sentence with "Apotheke"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Die Apotheke ist ein wichtiger Ort." (which translates as "The pharmacy is an important place.").
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