入試

• Reading: にゅうし
• Romaji: nyuushi
• Kanji breakdown: 入 (nyuu) — to enter; 試 (shi) — test, examination
• Pronunciation: /ɲɯː.ɕi/

Meaning

Entrance examination. A test taken to gain admission to a school, usually high school or university.

A noun that is a shortened form of 入学試験 (entrance examination). In Japan, entrance exams are a major life event, especially 大学入試 (university entrance exams). The exam season in January to March is a culturally significant period for students and families.

Examples

1. 入試まであと三か月しかない。 There are only three months left until the entrance exam.
2. 息子が来年高校の入試を受ける。 My son is taking the high school entrance exam next year.
3. 入試の結果は三月に発表される。 The entrance exam results will be announced in March.

Usage Guide

Context: education, exam preparation, school life

Tone: neutral

Origin & History

An abbreviation of 入学試験 (nyuugaku shiken). 入 (to enter) and 試 (test, examination) combine to form this common shortened compound.

Cultural Context

Era: Modern

Generation: All ages

Social background: Universal