noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
failure in an exam; failing to advance to the next grade
Primarily used in educational contexts for failing an exam or being held back a year. Antonym: 及第.
Antonyms: 及第
彼は数学の試験に落第した。
He failed the math exam.
落第
If you fail to advance, you have to repeat the same school year.
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
falling short of the standard; not making the grade
Figurative extension: failing to meet a required standard or expectation, not limited to school exams.
この作品はプロの基準に落第だ。
This work doesn't meet professional standards.