Signification
The natural pairing for a drug store.
Contexte culturel
In cities like Addis Ababa, pharmacies are often open late and are marked by bright neon green crosses. They are social landmarks used for giving directions. In rural areas, a 'መድኃኒት ቤት' might be the only source of modern medicine for miles. It often doubles as a place for basic health education. The word 'Medhanit' is sacred. The 'Medhane Alem' (Savior of the World) church is one of the most important, linking the concept of medicine to spiritual healing. When entering a pharmacy, it is common to use 'ጌታዬ' (My lord/Sir) or 'እመቤቴ' (My lady/Madam) for the pharmacist to show respect for their education.
Look for the Green Cross
In Ethiopia, almost all 'መድኃኒት ቤት' locations are marked by a green cross, often neon.
Prescriptions
While many things are over-the-counter, antibiotics usually require a 'የሐኪም ትዕዛዝ' (prescription).
Signification
The natural pairing for a drug store.
Look for the Green Cross
In Ethiopia, almost all 'መድኃኒት ቤት' locations are marked by a green cross, often neon.
Prescriptions
While many things are over-the-counter, antibiotics usually require a 'የሐኪም ትዕዛዝ' (prescription).
Ask the Pharmacist
Pharmacists are highly respected; don't be afraid to ask for their advice on minor health issues.
Greetings First
Always start with 'Selam' before asking for medicine. It's considered rude to jump straight to the transaction.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing word to say 'Where is the pharmacy?'
መድኃኒት ቤት ___ ነው?
'የት' means 'where'.
Which of these means 'pharmacies' (plural)?
Select the plural form:
In Amharic compounds, the plural suffix '-ዎች' is added to the second word.
Match the Amharic word to its English meaning.
Match the following:
These are the core components of the phrase and related terms.
Complete the dialogue.
A: ራስ ምታት አለኝ። B: ወደ _________ ሂድ።
If you have a headache (ራስ ምታት), you should go to the pharmacy.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Inside a መድኃኒት ቤት
Items
- • መድኃኒት (Medicine)
- • ፋሻ (Bandage)
- • ሳሙና (Soap)
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesመድኃኒት ቤት ___ ነው?
'የት' means 'where'.
Select the plural form:
In Amharic compounds, the plural suffix '-ዎች' is added to the second word.
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
These are the core components of the phrase and related terms.
A: ራስ ምታት አለኝ። B: ወደ _________ ሂድ።
If you have a headache (ራስ ምታት), you should go to the pharmacy.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsIt is written as two separate words in Amharic script.
Yes, in cities like Addis, 'Farmasi' is very common and understood by everyone.
Usually no, they focus strictly on medical and personal care items.
Ask for 'የ24 ሰዓት መድኃኒት ቤት' (Ye-haya-arat seat medhanit bet).
Prices are generally regulated, but imported medicines can be pricey.
In Ethiopia, a 'Drug Store' (ድራግ ስቶር) is technically a lower-level pharmacy that can't dispense all types of meds, while a 'መድኃኒት ቤት' is full-service.
It may be difficult; usually, you have to go to the nearest town.
Usually no, unless it's a controlled substance.
Say 'መድኃኒት እፈልጋለሁ' (Medhanit efelligallehu).
No, they are 'መድኃኒት ባለሙያ' (pharmacy professionals), but they are often treated with similar respect.
Expressions liées
ሕክምና ቤት
similarClinic/Hospital
ትምህርት ቤት
builds onSchool
መድኃኒት አከፋፋይ
specialized formMedicine Distributor
የባህል መድኃኒት
contrastTraditional Medicine
መድኃኒት ባለሙያ
similarPharmacist
