Try out
verb
To test or use something to see how effective or pleasant it is.
I am going to try out this new brand of shampoo I just bought.
Often appears as...
- try out for
- try something out
verb
To go through a test or competition to qualify for something.
He is going to try out for the school soccer team.
Often appears as...
- try out for
- try out for a team
Usage tips
General, Academic
verb
To engage someone in a small task or job to assess their competence before hiring for a bigger role or position.
We are trying out a new chef at our restaurant this week.
Often appears as...
- try someone out
- try out a position
Usage tips
General, Academic
verb
To test or use something to see how effective or pleasant it is.
I am going to try out this new brand of shampoo I just bought.
Often appears as...
- try out for
- try something out
verb
To go through a test or competition to qualify for something.
He is going to try out for the school soccer team.
Often appears as...
- try out for
- try out for a team
Usage tips
General, Academic
verb
To engage someone in a small task or job to assess their competence before hiring for a bigger role or position.
We are trying out a new chef at our restaurant this week.
Often appears as...
- try someone out
- try out a position
Usage tips
General, Academic
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Product Testing
You use 'try out' when you want to test something like a gadget, tool, or method.
Let's try out the new coffee machine to see if it's better than the old one.
Pro Tip 2/3First Experience
'Try out' often implies that it's your first time using something.
I'm excited to try out skiing this winter.
Pro Tip 3/3Temporary Basis
Using 'try out' can suggest a lack of commitment, as you are just testing.
I'll try out the new route to work before deciding to take it regularly.
Pro Tip 1/3Product Testing
You use 'try out' when you want to test something like a gadget, tool, or method.
Let's try out the new coffee machine to see if it's better than the old one.
Pro Tip 2/3First Experience
'Try out' often implies that it's your first time using something.
I'm excited to try out skiing this winter.
Pro Tip 3/3Temporary Basis
Using 'try out' can suggest a lack of commitment, as you are just testing.
I'll try out the new route to work before deciding to take it regularly.
Pro Tip 1/3Product Testing
You use 'try out' when you want to test something like a gadget, tool, or method.
Let's try out the new coffee machine to see if it's better than the old one.
Pro Tip 2/3First Experience
'Try out' often implies that it's your first time using something.
I'm excited to try out skiing this winter.
Pro Tip 3/3Temporary Basis
Using 'try out' can suggest a lack of commitment, as you are just testing.
I'll try out the new route to work before deciding to take it regularly.
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