sound out
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
To question and listen attentively in order to discover a person's opinion, intent, or preference, especially by using indirect conversational remarks.
Khảo sát ý kiến của ai đó bằng cách hỏi và lắng nghe
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Examples
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
To pronounce a word or phrase by articulating each of its letters or syllables slowly in sequence.
Ngôn ngữ hóa từ hoặc cụm từ bằng cách phát âm từng chữ cái hoặc âm tiết
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Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
To speak or sing loudly, to call out.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “sound out” mean?
To question and listen attentively in order to discover a person's opinion, intent, or preference, especially by using indirect conversational remarks.
Is “sound out” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.