Ibuprofen
/ˌiːbuproˈfeːn/neuter
The English phrase ibuprofen is translated into German as Ibuprofen.
Ibuprofen is a noun used to refer to the anti-inflammatory drug.
Meaning: anti-inflammatory drug (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
Ibuprofen is a neuter noun.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˌiːbuproˈfeːn/
Did you know?
- In Germany, you cannot buy Ibuprofen in a supermarket or convenience store. It is sold exclusively in Apotheken, which are specialized pharmacies.
- While Ibuprofen is the drug's name, Germans often refer to it simply as Ibu. This shortened version is used as a common noun in daily conversation.
- If you ask for Ibuprofen without specifying a dosage, the pharmacist might ask you if you want it rezeptfrei, meaning 'without a prescription'.
Examples in context
- Ibuprofen-Generika sind genauso wirksam wie Marken-Ibuprofen.Generic ibuprofen is just as effective as name-brand ibuprofen.This sentence is useful for comparing generic and brand-name versions of Ibuprofen.Tatoeba #2428212 by ospalh, translation #2399368 by orcrist
- Ich brauche Ibuprofen.I need ibuprofen.
- Haben Sie Ibu?Do you have ibu?
- Ich brauche ein Ibuprofen gegen die Schmerzen.I need an ibuprofen against the pain.
- Ist das Ibuprofen gut für Kopfschmerzen?Is ibuprofen good for headaches?
Example conversation
Sarah and Maximilian are at home and Sarah has a headache.
- SarahMein Kopf tut so sehr weh.My head hurts so much.
- MaximilianSoll ich dir ein Ibuprofen bringen?Should I bring you an ibuprofen?
- SarahJa, das wäre sehr lieb von dir.Yes, that would be very kind of you.
- MaximilianIch hole es sofort aus der Apotheke.I will get it from the pharmacy immediately.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “ibuprofen” translations and entries Ibuprofen, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
