How to Pronounce "sniff test"
expression
ˈsnɪf/ /ˈtɛst
SNIF test
snˈɪf/ /tˈɛst
sn-IF test
Definition
A quick way to judge whether something seems okay, usually by smelling it literally or by checking if it appears acceptable or honest in a simple way.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsnɪf/ /ˈtɛst
British English
snˈɪf/ /tˈɛst
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SNIF test
UK
sn-IF test
Listen in Context
I gave the milk a sniff test before drinking it.
If an idea doesn't pass the sniff test, we don't use it.
He tries to apply the sniff test to every new plan.
This deal doesn't quite pass the sniff test for me.