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NounA1
die Apotheke
/diː apoˈteːkə/
the pharmacy
Noun Details
- Gender
- die (feminine)
- Plural
- die Apotheken
Usage Note
In Germany, only licensed pharmacies (Apotheken) sell medication — even aspirin. Look for the red 'A' sign.
Example Sentences
Wo ist die nächste Apotheke?
Where is the nearest pharmacy?
Ich gehe zur Apotheke.
I am going to the pharmacy.