to test the waters

English - Turkish

Definition of to test the waters in English Turkish dictionary

(deyim) Nabız yoklamak

(Argo) nabzını ölçmek

English - English

Definition of to test the waters in English English dictionary

To explore or probe, as before making a commitment

Taking classes in a subject is a good way to test the waters and explore a potential career.

(deyim) Ascertain feelings or opinions before proceeding further

Turkish pronunciation

tı test dhi wôtırz

Pronunciation

/tə ˈtest ᴛʜē ˈwôtərz/ /tə ˈtɛst ðiː ˈwɔːtɜrz/