khảo khóa

Khảo khóa là kỳ thi quan trọng được tổ chức tại một khu vực.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • Historical examination: In feudal Vietnam, "khảo khóa" refers to an annual or preparatory examination held at a regional level. This exam served as a qualification or preliminary test for candidates before they could participate in the triennial national competitive examinations (thi Hương).

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • Các sĩ tử trong vùng đang chuẩn bị cho kỳ khảo khóa sắp tới. (The scholars in the region are preparing for the upcoming khảo khóa examination.)
  • Khảo khóa là một bước quan trọng trong lộ trình khoa cử xưa. (The khảo khóa was an important step in the old imperial examination path.)

Advanced Usage

• This term is primarily used in historical or academic contexts discussing Vietnam's feudal education and examination system. It is an archaic term.

Variants and Related Words

• Thi Hương: The triennial provincial examination, for which the often served as a preparatory filter.
• Khoa cử: The imperial examination system in general.

Synonyms

• Kỳ thi sát hạch: Screening/test examination (modern equivalent in function, not in historical context).
• Thi khảo hạch: Examination, test (a more general modern term).

Notes on Meaning

• The term "khảo khóa" is historical and not used in contemporary contexts. Its meaning is specific to the pre-modern Vietnamese administrative and educational system.