בָּחַן
bachan
Everyday HebrewMeaning1. To check something carefully to see if it is good, correct, or working well.
2. To give someone a test to see what they know.
HistoryThis word first appears in the Bible. It meant to test something to see if it was real or good, like testing metal to see if it is pure gold. The meaning is very similar today.
The teacher tested the students on the new material.