der Freiversuch
Translation
free attempt, penalty-free attempt (at an exam)
Examples
Der erste Prüfungsversuch ist ein Freiversuch.
The first exam attempt is a free attempt.
Er hat seinen Freiversuch leider nicht genutzt.
Unfortunately, he didn't make use of his free attempt.
Grammar Patterns
einen Freiversuch haben to have a free attempt Students often have a free attempt.
Similar Words
die Wiederholungsprüfung (retake exam)
Etymology
From 'frei' (free) + 'Versuch' (attempt). A 'free attempt'.
Memory Tips
Specific to the German university system. Think of it as a 'free' (frei) 'attempt' (Versuch) at an exam that doesn't count if you fail.