Translation guide
The SAT is a standardized test widely used for college admissions in the United States. In Japanese, it is usually referred to by its English name or abbreviation, as there is no native equivalent exam.
The learner wants to mention the SAT in conversation or writing.
The abbreviation 'SAT' is commonly used and understood in Japan, especially among those familiar with U.S. education.
SATのスコアを大学に送りました。
I sent my SAT scores to the university.
A descriptive phrase meaning 'American college entrance exam'. Use this when the listener may not know what the SAT is.
アメリカの大学入試であるSATを受けました。
I took the SAT, which is an American college entrance exam.
If your listener doesn't know the SAT, you can say 「アメリカの大学入試の一つで、SATというテストです」 (It's a test called the SAT, one of the American college entrance exams).
アメリカの大学入試の一つで、SATというテストです。
It's a test called the SAT, one of the American college entrance exams.
The katakana rendering of 'SAT'. It is less common than the alphabet form but still understood.
エスエーティーの準備をしています。
I'm preparing for the SAT.