This is the 1318th most frequent Dutch word.
medicijnen
Medicijnen: Medicines or drugs used for treating illnesses.
The word 'medicijnen' here refers to prescribed or over-the-counter medication that a person needs to consume for health purposes.
Ik moet mijn medicijnen nemen voordat ik ga slapen.
I need to take my medication before I go to sleep.
The word 'medicijnen' in this sentence refers to the field of study called medicine, where students learn about medical science and healthcare.
Hij studeert medicijnen aan de universiteit.
He is studying medicine at the university.
Here, 'medicijnen' is used to describe medicinal products available for purchase to treat or alleviate health issues, specifically headaches.