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    Prueba (en. Test)

    /ˈpɾweβa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Action performed to verify something.
    The teacher gave a surprise test in class.
    El profesor hizo una prueba sorpresa en clase.
    Demonstration of the truthfulness or effectiveness of something.
    The test of the new medication showed good results.
    La prueba del nuevo medicamento dio buenos resultados.
    Examination or evaluation of knowledge.
    I have a math test tomorrow.
    Tengo una prueba de matemáticas mañana.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'probāre', which means 'to approve' or 'to verify'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to put to the test
    To evaluate the capabilities or functions of something.
    poner a prueba
    trial and error
    Method of learning through experimentation and failures.
    prueba y error
    litmus test
    Situation that tests someone's endurance or capability.
    prueba de fuego

    Related Words

    to test
    Action of trying or experimenting with something.
    probar
    to assess
    To take an exam or evaluation.
    testar
    to evaluate
    To value or judge something.
    evaluar
    certification
    Process of verifying capabilities or qualities.
    certificación

    Slang Meanings

    A very easy exam.
    That test was a breeze; it hardly cost me anything.
    Esa prueba fue un paseo, apenas me costó.
    A failed attempt.
    That idea was just a test; it didn't work.
    Esa idea fue solo una prueba, no funcionó.