What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
retest
Example
I need to retest for my driver's license since I failed the first time. [retest: verb]
Example
The teacher allowed me to retest on the math chapter I struggled with. [retest: noun]
resit
Example
I have to resit the final exam next week since I didn't pass it the first time. [resit: verb]
Example
The university offers resits for students who fail their exams. [resit: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Resit is more commonly used in academic settings, particularly in British English, while retest is more commonly used in the context of standardized tests in American English. Both words are less common in everyday language.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between retest and resit?
Resit may be perceived as more formal than retest, but both words can be used in formal and informal contexts depending on the situation.
