At the doctor — German health phrases
If you ever feel unwell in Germany, these phrases help you explain and get treated.
Saying you're unwell
Start with the basics.
Ich bin krankI'm sick
Ich brauche einen ArztI need a doctor
Describing symptoms
Tell them what hurts.
Ich habe KopfschmerzenI have a headache
Ich habe FieberI have a fever
Mir tut der Hals wehMy throat hurts
Getting medicine
The pharmacy (Apotheke) can help.
Wo ist die Apotheke?Where is the pharmacy?
Haben Sie etwas dagegen?Do you have something for it?
Frequently asked
- At the doctor — German health phrases?
- If you ever feel unwell in Germany, these phrases help you explain and get treated.
- How do you say "I'm sick" in German?
- "I'm sick" is "Ich bin krank" in German.
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