A1
Collocation
Neutral
Meaning
To not achieve a passing grade on a test.
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Cultural Background
French students often use 'rater' to describe any kind of failure, not just exams. In Quebec, 'échouer' is used more often in formal settings than in France.
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Context matters
Use 'rater' for exams, but 'manquer' for trains.
Meaning
To not achieve a passing grade on a test.
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Context matters
Use 'rater' for exams, but 'manquer' for trains.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank.
J'ai ____ mon examen de maths.
✓ Correct!
✗ Not quite. Correct answer: raté
Rater is the correct verb for failing an exam.
🎉 Score: /1
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercises
Fill in the blank.
Fill Blank
A1
J'ai ____ mon examen de maths.
✓ Correct!
✗ Not quite. Correct answer: raté
Rater is the correct verb for failing an exam.
🎉 Score: /1
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, 'J'ai raté mon entretien' is very common.
Related Phrases
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Réussir un examen
contrastTo pass an exam
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