Greek · Body & Health
φάρμακο
fármako
Medicine
Beginnernoun · neuter
Definition
Something you take to treat an illness.
Example
Πάρε το φάρμακο μετά το φαγητό.
Take the medicine after eating.
Etymology
'Φάρμακο' (fármako) has its roots in the Ancient Greek 'φάρμακον' (pharmakon), originally meaning remedy or drug. Over time, it has come to refer broadly to medicine in modern Greek.
How & Where It’s Used
'Φάρμακο' is commonly used in both spoken and written language, particularly in medical contexts. It is a formal term but can also appear in casual conversation when discussing health.