Butika (en. Pharmacy)

bu-ti-ka

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A place or store that sells medicines and other health products.
I went to the pharmacy to buy cough medicine.
Pumunta ako sa butika upang bumili ng gamot para sa ubo.
An establishment that provides health services and sells medical supplies.
I often stop by the pharmacy to buy band-aids.
Madalas akong dumadaan sa butika para bumili ng band-aid.

Etymology

Spanish word 'botica'

Common Phrases and Expressions

buy at the pharmacy
go to the pharmacy to buy medicine or health products.
bumili sa butika

Related Words

medicine
Products used to treat illnesses.
gamot
health
Condition of the body and mind that is vigorous and strong.
kalusugan

Slang Meanings

Sari-sari store
In Aling Nene's store, you can find everything you need.
Doon sa butika ni Aling Nene, kumpleto ang lahat ng kailangan mo.
Store for basic necessities
It's close to home, so I often go to the store for groceries.
Malapit lang ito sa bahay, kaya madalas akong pumunta sa butika para sa mga groceries.
Rip-off or narrow shop
Their store has more people than a flea market.
Yung butika nila, daig pa ang tiangge sa dami ng tao.