Translation guide
How to talk about test results in Japanese, from exam scores to medical findings.
Referring to the outcome of a school exam, standardized test, or academic assessment.
The most general and neutral way to say 'test results' for any kind of test or exam.
The test results came back.
How were your test results?
Specifically for formal exams (e.g., entrance exams, certification tests). More formal than テスト.
Refers to grades or academic record, often used for overall results or report cards.
Specifically means 'score' or 'points', used when talking about the numerical result.
Referring to the outcome of a medical examination, blood test, or scientific experiment.
Standard term for medical test results or lab results.
The test results will be out next week.
Please show me the blood test results.
Short for 検査結果, used in context when the type of test is clear.
Specifically means 'diagnosis results', used when a doctor gives a diagnosis based on tests.
I was relieved to hear the diagnosis results.
Referring to the outcome of a non-academic, non-medical test, such as product testing or scientific experiments.
テスト is a general loanword for 'test', often used for school quizzes or informal tests. 試験 is more formal, used for official exams or product testing. 検査 is specifically for medical or inspection tests. Choose based on context.
The exam results will be announced next week.
今学期の成績が良かった。
My grades this semester were good.
テストの点数を教えてください。
Please tell me your test score.
The results were normal.
Specifically for experimental results in science or research.
We are analyzing the experimental results.