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Examen
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Examen
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Don't Get Confused!
❌ Looks like
exam
In English means: "a formal test of a person's knowledge or proficiency in a particular subject or skill"
✅ Actually means
Examen
exam, examination (often a final or state exam)
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Memory Tip
While 'Examen' is similar to 'exam', in German academic context it often refers to a comprehensive, official 'state examination' or a final degree exam, not just any casual test. Think 'Examen' as an 'EXtra-AMbitious EXAM'.
Example Sentences
1
Sie hat ihr Staatsexamen in Jura mit Auszeichnung bestanden.
She passed her state examination in law with distinction.
2
Das medizinische Examen ist sehr anspruchsvoll.
The medical examination is very demanding.