B2 verb ニュートラル

examination

/ɪɡˌzæmɪˈneɪʃən/

A detailed inspection or investigation of something to determine its nature, condition, or quality. It also refers to a formal test of knowledge or proficiency in a specific subject, typically within an educational or professional context.

例文

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1

I need to schedule my annual physical examination with the family doctor.

I need to schedule my annual physical examination with the family doctor.

2

The commission has launched a formal examination of the regulatory failures.

The commission has launched a formal examination of the regulatory failures.

3

A quick examination of the pantry showed we were out of coffee.

A quick examination of the pantry showed we were out of coffee.

語族

名詞
examination
Verb
examine
形容詞
examining
関連
examiner
💡

覚え方のコツ

Examine the Nation: Imagine a giant magnifying glass looking over an entire 'nation' to check its health; that is an examination.

クイックテスト

The police completed a thorough ___ of the crime scene to find any missing evidence.

正解!

正解は: a

例文

1

I need to schedule my annual physical examination with the family doctor.

everyday

I need to schedule my annual physical examination with the family doctor.

2

The commission has launched a formal examination of the regulatory failures.

formal

The commission has launched a formal examination of the regulatory failures.

3

A quick examination of the pantry showed we were out of coffee.

informal

A quick examination of the pantry showed we were out of coffee.

4

The final examination will account for fifty percent of the total course grade.

academic

The final examination will account for fifty percent of the total course grade.

5

Our quarterly financial reports are currently undergoing a thorough examination by the audit team.

business

Our quarterly financial reports are currently undergoing a thorough examination by the audit team.

語族

名詞
examination
Verb
examine
形容詞
examining
関連
examiner

よく使う組み合わせ

conduct an examination conduct an examination
under close examination under close examination
medical examination medical examination
comprehensive examination comprehensive examination
entrance examination entrance examination

よく使うフレーズ

cross-examination

cross-examination

subject to examination

subject to examination

preliminary examination

preliminary examination

よく混同される語

examination vs exam

'Exam' is a common abbreviation used informally, whereas 'examination' is preferred in formal documents and academic writing.

examination vs examine

'Examine' is the verb (the action), while 'examination' is the noun (the process or the test).

📝

使い方のコツ

Use 'examination' when referring to a deep, formal, or official process of looking at something. In an educational context, it specifically refers to a standardized or major test.

⚠️

よくある間違い

Learners sometimes use 'examine' when they need the noun 'examination', or they omit the preposition 'of' when describing what is being looked at.

💡

覚え方のコツ

Examine the Nation: Imagine a giant magnifying glass looking over an entire 'nation' to check its health; that is an examination.

📖

語源

Derived from the Latin 'examinatio', which refers to a weighing or a consideration of something.

文法パターン

Countable noun: plural is examinations Often used with the preposition 'of' (examination of the heart) Can be used with 'into' for investigations (examination into the causes)
🌍

文化的な背景

In many Asian and European school systems, 'The Examination' is a high-stakes, life-changing event at the end of high school.

クイックテスト

The police completed a thorough ___ of the crime scene to find any missing evidence.

正解!

正解は: a

関連単語

complement

A2

A thing that completes or brings to perfection something else. In grammar, it refers to a word or phrase that follows a verb and provides more information about the subject or object.

compound

A2

Describes something that is made of two or more separate parts or elements joined together. It is often used to talk about words, sentences, or chemical substances that have multiple components.

conceive

A2

To form an idea, plan, or concept in the mind. It is also the medical term used to describe when a woman becomes pregnant.

confer

A2

To discuss something with other people in order to reach a decision or exchange ideas. It can also mean to officially give an honor, title, or degree to someone.

conform

A2

To behave according to rules, standards, or what is expected by a group of people. It means to fit in or act in a way that matches others.

consecutive

A2

Following one after another in a continuous series without any breaks. It describes things that happen in a logical order, like numbers (1, 2, 3) or days (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday).

consistency

A2

Consistency is the quality of always acting or behaving in the same way. it also describes how thick or smooth a liquid or substance is.

disclude

B1

Describing a state where someone or something is left out, omitted, or not allowed to participate in a group or activity. It refers to the condition of being kept apart from a whole or a set.

antiformous

B1

Describes a shape or structure that is curved or folded upwards like an arch. It is most often used in geology and geometry to describe a convex surface.

interspect

B1

Describing a person who is thoughtful and focused on their own internal thoughts and feelings. It refers to the act of looking inward to examine one's own emotions and motives rather than focusing on external things.

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