English–Japanese
“taking an exam” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajijuken
Example
来月、大学を受験します。rai getsu dai gaku o ju ken shi ma su
I will take a university entrance exam next month.
How to say “taking an exam” in Japanese
“Taking an exam” in Japanese is 受験 (juken).
Refers to entering an examination process in which knowledge or ability is formally checked.
Example sentences with 受験
受験のために、毎朝図書館で勉強しています。ju ken no ta me ni mai asa to sho kan de ben kyō shi te i ma su
I study at the library every morning for my entrance exam.
Tips for using 受験
- 受験 (juken) is common in conversations about school and university admissions, where the examination can affect the next stage of a student's education.