Pharmacist
FAR-muh-sist /ˈfɑːməsɪst/
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What it really means
The qualified medicines expert at a pharmacy. They prepare prescriptions and can give free advice on minor illnesses — no appointment needed.
Chinese explanation
药剂师：药店里有资质的药品专家。他们负责配药，也能免费为小病提供建议，无需预约。
Example conversation
A: I've got a cough but I can't get a GP appointment.
B: Speak to the pharmacist first — they can suggest something over the counter.
A：我咳嗽，但约不上GP。
B：先找药剂师问问——他们可以推荐非处方药。
What you could say back
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