Testen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Testen" is used as verb with the meaning of "to test", "to try out" or "to check".

Essential properties of "testen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: testen
  • Simple past: testete
  • Participle: getestet

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Note: These properties are not absolute. A transitive verb can be used intransitively and vice versa depending on context, and many verbs can be used reflexively even though they are not primarily reflexive.

Meanings of "testen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To test something for function, quality, or characteristics"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Wir müssen das neue Gerät testen, bevor wir es verkaufen.We need to test the new device before selling it.
  2. Der Ingenieur wird die Brücke auf ihre Stabilität testen.The engineer will test the bridge for its stability.
  3. Bitte testen Sie die Software auf mögliche Fehler.Please test the software for possible errors.

2.) "To perform a medical test for a disease"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Arzt wird Sie auf COVID-19 testen.The doctor will test you for COVID-19.
  2. Wir müssen alle Mitarbeiter regelmäßig testen.We need to test all employees regularly.
  3. Lassen Sie sich testen, wenn Sie Symptome haben.Get tested if you have symptoms.

3.) "To assess skills or knowledge"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Lehrer werden die Schüler am Ende des Jahres testen.The teachers will test the students at the end of the year.
  2. Wir testen die Bewerber auf ihre Sprachkenntnisse.We test the applicants for their language skills.
  3. Der Professor wird uns nächste Woche in Mathematik testen.The professor will test us in mathematics next week.
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