Prufung
exam/test
A feminine noun (die Prüfung) meaning 'exam' or 'test'. Derived from the verb 'prüfen' (to test/check). Common in academic and professional contexts.
| Article | Plural | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| die Prufung | die Prufungen | /ˈpʁyːfʊŋ/ |
Example Sentences
Die Prüfung war sehr schwer.
The exam was very difficult.
Ich muss für die Prüfung lernen.
I have to study for the exam.
Er hat die Prüfung bestanden.
He passed the exam.
Compound Words
Abschlussprüfung (die) — final exam
Führerscheinprüfung (die) — driving test
Common Mistakes
Wrong verb: 'die Prüfung machen'
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