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экза́мен — meaning in English

ekzamen

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English meaning

  • boards noun A stage, especially in theatre — as in the phrase "to tread the boards."
  • examination noun A formal test of knowledge or ability, often written or oral and done under time pressure.
  • test noun A set of questions or tasks used to check someone's knowledge or ability.

Senses

экза́мен is used for these senses in English:

  • boards Examinations given for entry to college or to qualify for a profession.
  • examination (education) A formal test involving answering written or oral questions under a time constraint and usually without access to textbooks; typically, a large, written test administered to high school and college students covering course material studied in a semester.
  • test (academia) An examination, given often during the academic term.

boards — full definition

  1. noun A stage, especially in theatre — as in the phrase "to tread the boards."
  2. noun The wall surrounding an ice hockey rink.
  3. noun Formal exams required to enter a profession or qualify in a field.

examination — full definition

  1. noun A formal test of knowledge or ability, often written or oral and done under time pressure.
  2. noun A check by a doctor or other professional to assess health or condition.
  3. noun Close questioning, especially by a lawyer in court.

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