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Definition
A test or assessment composed of questions or tasks to evaluate ability or reliability.
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How it's used
While 測試 is widely understood, it often carries a technical or formal nuance, such as software testing or laboratory experiments. In everyday school or casual contexts, people prefer using 考試 for exams or 試下 for trying something out. Using 測試 for a simple trial of a product might sound slightly overly professional or clinical.
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Has this system been tested yet?
I have a test to take next week.
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Common mistake
Learners often use 測試 as a direct translation for the verb to try, but it is better suited for formal evaluation. For casual attempts, use 試下 instead.
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