German NOUN A2 Rank 2431

das Medikament

medication

das Medikament, die Medikamente

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Forms adapted from the German Wiktionary entry Medikament, by Wiktionary contributors, licence CC BY-SA 4.0.

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Medikament vs Mittel

remedy / means

Both a „Mittel“ and a „Medikament“ can be used to treat symptoms. „Medikament“ specifically refers to a preparation used to cure, relieve, or prevent them; „Mittel“ is broader and can also mean a simple homemade remedy.

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Medikament

Gegen starke Halsschmerzen nimmt sie ein Medikament aus der Apotheke.

She takes medication from the pharmacy for a severe sore throat.

Mittel

Gegen leichte Halsschmerzen verwendet sie ein einfaches Mittel aus Honig und warmem Wasser.

She uses a simple remedy made from honey and warm water for a mild sore throat.

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