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How to pronounce trial
Say it like this: /ˈtɹaɪəl/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.
What does trial mean?
nounAn occasion on which a person or thing is tested to find out how well they perform or how suitable they are.
“all thy vexations / Were but my trials of thy love and thou / Hast strangely stood the test here”
The testing of a product or procedure.
“They will perform the trials for the new equipment next week.”
A research study to test the effectiveness and safety of a drug, medical procedure, etc.
“A randomized, controlled trial (RCT).”
adjPertaining to a trial or test.
Attempted on a provisional or experimental basis.
verbTo carry out a series of tests on (a new product, procedure etc.) before marketing or implementing it.
“The warning system was extensively trialed before being fitted to all our vehicles.”
To try out (a new player) in a sports team.
“The team trialled a new young goalkeeper in Saturday's match, with mixed results.”
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