try something on
phrasal verb with try verb uk/traɪ/ us/traɪ/
A2 试穿;试戴
to put on a piece of clothing to discover if it fits you or if you like it
Try on the shoes to see if they fit. 试试那双鞋子看合不合适。
What a gorgeous dress - why don't you try it on for size (= to discover whether it fits)? 多漂亮的裙子啊——你为什么不穿上试试呢？
- More examples
- I tried on six pairs of trousers before I found a pair that fitted.
- Why don't you try on my sunglasses?
- I tried on a fur coat, but it was much too heavy.
- She likes trying on her Mum's clothes.
- Can I try on your coat?