German Phrase
Man kann einige Prüfungen nochmal machen.
Meaning
The sentence states that it is possible to retake a few exams. It is a neutral, factual statement often used in academic contexts when discussing exam policies or personal study plans.
When to use
Use this phrase when talking about school, university, or certification exams where a student is allowed to repeat certain tests. It works both in formal discussions with teachers and in casual conversation with classmates.
✦Grammar Breakdown
MankanneinigePrüfungennochmalmachen.
Man (impersonal pronoun)
Used like English 'one' or 'you' to make a general statement without specifying a subject.
kann (modal verb)
Present tense of 'können' meaning 'can/able to'; it requires an infinitive verb at the end.
einige (indefinite pronoun)
Means 'some' or 'a few' and agrees in case, number, and gender with the noun it modifies.
Prüfungen (noun, plural)
Plural of 'die Prüfung' (exam, test); takes the plural article 'die' in the nominative/accusative.
nochmal (adverb)
Colloquial for 'again' or 'once more'; can also be written as 'noch einmal' in formal contexts.
machen (infinitive verb)
Means 'to do/make'; with 'kann' it forms the construction 'can do' → 'can take/redo'.
🗨In Conversation
Ich habe die Matheprüfung nicht bestanden.
I didn't pass the math exam.
Man kann einige Prüfungen nochmal machen, also melde dich einfach für die Wiederholungsprüfung an.
You can retake some exams, so just register for the repeat exam.
✕Common Mistakes
Man kann einige Prüfungen noch einmal machen.
In very formal writing prefer 'noch einmal' (two words).
Man kann einige Prüfungen nochmal wiederholen.
While colloquial, many learners prefer the more precise verb 'wiederholen' for exams.
Du kannst einige Prüfungen nochmal machen.
Do not replace with 'Du kannst' unless you are addressing a specific person.
↔Alternatives
Man darf einige Prüfungen wiederholen.
One may repeat some exams.
Einige Prüfungen können noch einmal gemacht werden.
Some exams can be done again.
Man hat die Möglichkeit, einige Prüfungen erneut zu schreiben.
One has the possibility to write some exams again.
Cultural Tip
In German schools and universities, the right to repeat an exam (Nachschreibtermin) is usually regulated by the institution. Public universities often allow a limited number of retakes per semester, while vocational schools may offer more flexibility. Using the impersonal 'Man' keeps the statement neutral and is preferred in written rules or announcements.