Translation

試験 / 受験 / テスト

Meaning

A formal test — usually longer and more important than a regular test. An exam might be at the end of a term, for a university entrance, or for a professional qualification. 'Exam' is short for 'examination'.

Examples

• 来月入学試験があります。
  I have an entrance exam next month.
• 試験に合格しました！
  I passed the exam!