prøven

Prøven is the definite form of the noun prøve in Norwegian Bokmål and Danish, meaning a test, examination, trial, or sample. It is used when referring to a specific test or sample that has already been mentioned or is known from context. The indefinite form prøve (or prøve in Danish) covers the general concept of testing or a test itself, while prøven specifies a particular instance.

The term spans multiple domains. In education, prøven can denote an examination or final assessment. In science, engineering, and industry, it can refer to a sample taken for analysis or quality control. In everyday language, prøven is used for attempts or trials, such as trying something out or testing a hypothesis.

Etymologically, prøven derives from the verb prøve, meaning to test or try, and has cognates in related Scandinavian languages. The word’s core meaning concerns verification, evaluation, or sampling, and the definite form prøven marks a specific occurrence of that concept.

As a proper noun, Prøven (capitalized) may appear as a name, such as a place, organization, or publication in Scandinavian contexts. Such uses are highly context-dependent and vary by locale. If a user is seeking information about a specific entity named Prøven, additional context (country, field, or category) is helpful to identify the exact reference.