nounnoun
das Examen, Examina
exam
Eine wichtige Prüfung, die zeigt, ob jemand genug gelernt hat, um einen Abschluss oder eine Qualifikation zu bekommen.
The German word "Examen" is a noun meaning "exam" or "examination". It is borrowed from Latin (examen) and refers to a formal test or assessment, usually in an academic or professional context.
Similar words:
- Prüfung (test/exam)
- Test (test)
- Klausur (written exam, mainly at university)
Difference:
- Examen typically refers to a final, comprehensive exam or a significant professional qualification.
- Prüfung and Klausur are more general terms for exams or tests, with Klausur specifically meaning a timed written exam.
- Test is usually informal or smaller in scope.
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Examples
Sie bereitet sich auf das Examen vor.noun
She is preparing for the exam.
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