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retaken

 

[ riːˈteɪkən ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

examinations

The term 'retaken' refers to the process of taking an examination or assessment again after failing it or wishing to improve a previous score. This concept is often applied in educational settings, allowing students a second opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge and skills. Retaking can also apply to courses or assessments, giving learners a chance to grasp the material more thoroughly. Often, guidelines exist regarding how many times a test can be retaken and the implications for final grades.

Synonyms

reattempt, reexamine, resit

Examples of usage

  • I have to retake my math exam next week.
  • She decided to retake the test to improve her score.
  • Students are allowed to retake the final if they meet certain conditions.

Translations

Translations of the word "retaken" in other languages:

🇵🇹 retomado

🇮🇳 फिर से लिया गया

🇩🇪 wieder aufgenommen

🇮🇩 diambil kembali

🇺🇦 перезнятий

🇵🇱 ponownie przyjęty

🇯🇵 再取得された

🇫🇷 repris

🇪🇸 reanudado

🇹🇷 yeniden alınmış

🇰🇷 재취득된

🇸🇦 تم استعادته

🇨🇿 znovu přijatý

🇸🇰 opäť prijatý

🇨🇳 重新获得的

🇸🇮 ponovno prevzeto

🇮🇸 aftur tekið

🇰🇿 қайта алынған

🇬🇪 მחדש აღებული

🇦🇿 təkrar alınmış

🇲🇽 re tomado

Etymology

The word 'retaken' is derived from the prefix 're-' indicating repetition and the verb 'take', which has origins in Old English 'tacan', meaning 'to seize or grasp'. The term has evolved over centuries, with the prefix 're-' denoting repeated action, a characteristic that is prominent in English verb formations. 'Take' appears in various forms such as 'took' and 'taken', which have existed in the language since the early Middle Ages. Together, 'retaken' effectively captures the notion of taking something a second time, commonly used in various contexts, from exams to photographs, establishing its place in modern English lexicon.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,624, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.