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exam

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ɪɡˈzæm/

Forms: exams

exam means: An important test of what you know or can do, often at the end of a course.

noun

SCHOOL TESTA2

An important test of what you know or can do, often at the end of a course.

  • My exam is tomorrow.
  • She passed all her exams.
  • Did you study for the maths exam?

Similar words: test, examination

Common phrases: take an exam, pass an exam, final exam

HEALTH CHECKB1

A check by a doctor or another health professional to find health problems.

  • I need an eye exam.
  • The doctor gave him a physical exam.
  • Her annual exams have shown no health problems.

Similar words: examination, checkup

Common phrases: eye exam, physical exam, dental exam

Questions about exam

What does exam mean?

An important test of what you know or can do, often at the end of a course.

What is exam in other languages?

Türkçe: sınav · Español: examen · Français: examen · Deutsch: Prüfung · Italiano: esame · 日本語: 試験

How do you pronounce exam?

It is pronounced /ɪɡˈzæm/.

How do you use exam in a sentence?

My exam is tomorrow. She passed all her exams.

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