Korean Dictionary
How to say "Test Score" in Korean
“Test Score” in Korean is 시험 점수 (pronounced "siheom jeomsu").
시험 점수
siheom jeomsu
Usage & Context
The numerical result of a test. Test scores are important in Korean education and affect student rankings. Students are very concerned about their test scores.
Example Sentence
시험 점수가 좋았다.
My test score was good.
How to use 시험 점수 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Test Score” is 시험 점수, romanized as siheom jeomsu.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
For '시험' (siheom), 'si' sounds like 'see', and 'heom' is like 'hum' but with a slightly more open 'o' sound, similar to 'home' without the 'e'. For '점수' (jeomsu), 'jeom' sounds like 'juhm' (rhymes with 'gum'), and 'su' sounds like 'soo' (rhymes with 'too'). Put it together: 'See-uhm juhm-soo'.
More Example Sentences
A student expressing concern to a friend after an exam.
이번 시험 점수가 너무 낮아서 걱정돼요.
I'm worried because my test score this time is too low.
A parent proudly talking about their child's academic improvement.
아들 시험 점수가 많이 올랐어요. 기특하네요.
My son's test score went up a lot. He's admirable.
A teacher comforting a student who is disappointed with their results.
시험 점수 때문에 스트레스받지 마세요. 다음엔 더 잘할 수 있어요.
Don't get stressed because of test scores. You can do better next time.
Cultural Context
Test scores are incredibly significant in Korean education, often seen as a direct determinant of a student's future, especially regarding university admissions. This intense focus leads to immense pressure on students and parents alike. High scores are a source of pride, while low scores can cause considerable stress, a common theme explored in K-dramas depicting school life.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
시험 점수가 잘 나오다
to get a good test score
시험 점수를 확인하다
to check test scores
시험 점수에 신경 쓰다
to care about test scores
Related Expressions
성적
seongjeok
academic performance, grades (broader term)
점수
jeomsu
score (general term for any score)
학점
hakjeom
GPA, course credit (university context)
등급
deunggeup
grade, rank (often used for Suneung scores)
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