try on — to put on a piece of clothing to see if it fits or looks good before buying or wearing it
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to put on a piece of clothing to see if it fits or looks good before buying or wearing it
Pronunciation (IPA): /traɪ ɑːn/
Korean meaning: 입어보다, 착용해보다
Korean pronunciation: 트**라**이 온
Example Sentences
- My girlfriend spent three hours trying on wedding dresses and I aged five years waiting outside.
- The customer tried on the expensive coat and suddenly walked with more confidence.
- He tried on his father's suit for the interview, but looked like a kid playing dress-up.
try on
VERB//traɪ ɑːn//
to put on a piece of clothing to see if it fits or looks good before buying or wearing it
to put on a piece of clothing to see if it fits or looks good before buying or wearing it
Try on a dress, but someone's spy on!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Try는 고대 프랑스어 'trier'(선별하다)에서 유래했고, on은 고대 영어 'on'에서 왔습니다. 옷을 '선별'하기 위해 '몸에 올려놓는다'는 의미가 결합되었습니다.
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📝Examples
“My girlfriend spent three hours trying on wedding dresses and I aged five years waiting outside.”
“The customer tried on the expensive coat and suddenly walked with more confidence.”
“He tried on his father's suit for the interview, but looked like a kid playing dress-up.”
“Before buying expensive shoes, it's essential to try them on properly.”
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