testing

noun
UK: /ˈtestɪŋ/
US: /ˈtestɪŋ/

  1. The act of trying out a new product or system to see if it works correctly.

    1. The company is testing a new app for smartphones. [ ] [ ]
    2. Extensive testing is crucial to ensure the safety of the new bridge before opening. [ ] [ ]

  2. The process of examining someone's knowledge or skill.

    1. I have a math testing tomorrow, so I need to study. [ ] [ ]
    2. Regular testing of students helps teachers evaluate their understanding of the material. [ ] [ ]
testing verb

  1. Present participle of 'test': trying out a product or system.

    1. They are testing the software before release. [ ] [ ]
    2. Scientists are currently testing new methods to purify water effectively. [ ] [ ]

  2. Present participle of 'test': examining someone's knowledge or abilities.

    1. The teacher is testing the students on the new vocabulary. [ ] [ ]
    2. Medical professionals are testing patients for different viruses in the lab. [ ] [ ]
testing adjective

  1. Relating to or used for tests or examinations.

    1. This is a testing period for all the staff. [ ] [ ]
    2. These were indeed testing times for many families during the pandemic. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "testing" in English means: The act of trying out a new product or system to see if it works correctly., The process of examining someone's knowledge or skill..

The phonetic transcription of "testing" is /ˈtestɪŋ/ in British English and /ˈtestɪŋ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Example usage of "testing": "The company is testing a new app for smartphones.". More examples on the page.