Apotheker

pharmacist

noun ah-po-TAY-ker Rare

Origin: from Greek apotheke (storehouse)

Also means

chemist

Usage Note

Apotheker runs or works in a pharmacy (Apotheke) and dispenses medicines, requiring a university degree. The feminine is Apothekerin. Do not confuse the German Apotheke with a Drogerie, which sells only non-prescription goods.

Examples

"Der Apotheker beriet mich zur richtigen Dosierung."

Natural Translation

The pharmacist advised me on the correct dosage.

Literal Translation

The pharmacist advised me to-the correct dosage.

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