German Conversation · Level 61
74 words
German word
Apotheker
Pronunciation
IPA/apoˈteːkɐ/
Meaning
- masculine nounpharmacist
Example
Ich habe den Apotheker nach Nebenwirkungen gefragt.
I asked the pharmacist about side effects.
More examples
Der Apotheker erklärte mir die richtige Dosierung.
The pharmacist explained the correct dosage to me.
Core concept
A trained medicine specialist at a pharmacy counter checks prescriptions and explains how medicines should be used safely.
Common phrases
zum Apotheker gehen
go to the pharmacist
den Apotheker um Rat fragen
ask the pharmacist for advice
mit dem Apotheker sprechen
speak with the pharmacist
Similar words
Apotheke: A pharmacy where medicines are sold, prescriptions are filled, and advice is available.
Drogerist: A store employee who mainly handles cosmetics, toiletries, and everyday household goods.
PTA: A certified assistant who helps dispense medicines and advises patients on their use.
Pharmazeut: A pharmaceutical expert involved in medicine research, production, and quality control.
Definition in German
Inhaber oder Angestellter einer Apotheke, der Arzneimittel abgibt, herstellt und Kundinnen und Kunden zu Dosierung und Wechselwirkungen berät.
Word origin
German Apotheker comes from medieval Latin apothecarius, derived from Latin apotheca for a storeroom and ultimately Greek apothēkē.
Usage tips
- Apotheker is a masculine noun with the weak pattern: der Apotheker, den Apotheker, and plural die Apotheker.