bestehen
to pass (an exam)
Intermediate Verb
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Pronunciation
/bəˈʃteː.ən/
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Cultural Note
Passing an exam in Germany often feels like a bigger milestone because exams tend to be less frequent but more comprehensive. University courses sometimes have just one final exam that determines the entire grade.
📝 Example Sentences
Ich habe die Prüfung bestanden!
I passed the exam!
Er hat den Führerschein im ersten Anlauf bestanden.
He passed his driving test on the first try.