Examen: exam, test
Pronunciation: ehk-SAH-mehn (stress the capital letters)
Examen means “exam, test” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: exam, test
- How to say it: ehk-SAH-mehn
- Gender: el examen
- Level: Beginner (A1)
What “examen” means and how to use it
Examen means “exam” or “test.” The plural is “exámenes,” and it takes an accent in the plural.
Gender and plural
- Gender: el examen (masculine)
- Plural: los exámenes
Examples with audio
- Mañana tengo un examen de español.Tomorrow I have a Spanish exam.
- El examen fue fácil.The exam was easy.
- Estudio para el examen final.I study for the final exam.
Usage tip
The stress moves in the plural: exa-men becomes e-XÁ-me-nes. “Presentar un examen” or “hacer un examen” means to take one.
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “exam, test” in Spanish?
“exam, test” in Spanish is “examen.” It is pronounced ehk-SAH-mehn, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “examen”?
Say ehk-SAH-mehn. The syllable in capital letters gets the stress. Press the speaker button at the top of this page to hear it.
Is “examen” masculine or feminine?
Examen is masculine: “el examen.” The plural is “exámenes.”
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