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大学受験

daigaku juken
noun★Intermediate— university entrance examination
formal

The process or examination required to gain admission to a university in Japan, typically involving rigorous testing in multiple subjects.

大学受験の勉強は非常に大変だが、将来のキャリアにとって重要だ。

Preparing for the university entrance exam is very difficult, but it's important for your future career.

💡

This system is unique to Japan and involves high-stakes exams that determine admission to competitive universities.

Collocations

大学受験対策university entrance exam preparation大学受験生university entrance exam candidate

Synonyms

大学入試入試受験

Related Phrases

受験戦争phrase
exam war
受験地獄phrase
exam hell

💡Pro Tip

Cultural Context

The university entrance exam system in Japan is highly competitive and often requires years of specialized preparation.

⚡Gold Rule

Formal Usage

This term is used in formal contexts, such as education discussions or official documents.

📖Word Origin

Combination of 大学 (daigaku, university) and 受験 (juken, examination).

📝Usage Notes

The term specifically refers to the Japanese university entrance examination system, which is known for its intensity and importance in determining students' academic futures.

Word Breakdown

大学
university
root
+
受験
examination
root
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