das Abnehmmittel
Translation
weight loss product, slimming aid, diet pill
Examples
Viele Abnehmmittel sind nicht wirksam.
Many weight loss products are not effective.
Sie hat das Abnehmmittel in der Apotheke gekauft.
She bought the weight loss product at the pharmacy.
Grammar Patterns
a means for losing weight a means for losing weight There are many means for losing weight.
Similar Words
die Diätpille (diet pill), das Schlankheitsmittel (slimming product)
Etymology
Formed from 'abnehmen' (to lose weight) and 'Mittel' (means, agent). Literally, a 'weight-loss agent'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as a 'Mittel' (remedy) for 'abnehmen' (taking weight off).