How to Pronounce "dip a toe into"
expression
ˈdɪp/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈtoʊ/ /ˈɪntu/, /ɪnˈtu/, /ɪntə
DIP-uh-TOH-IN-too
dˈɪp/ /æɪ/ /tˈəʊ/ /ˈɪntʊ
DIP-uh-TOH-IN-tuh
Definition
To try something new or unfamiliar in a small or careful way before becoming more involved.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdɪp/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈtoʊ/ /ˈɪntu/, /ɪnˈtu/, /ɪntə
British English
dˈɪp/ /æɪ/ /tˈəʊ/ /ˈɪntʊ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DIP-uh-TOH-IN-too
UK
DIP-uh-TOH-IN-tuh
Listen in Context
I want to dip a toe into painting before buying a lot of supplies.
Maria decided to dip a toe into yoga with a beginner class.
They want to dip a toe into volunteering before making a big commitment.
I'm not sure about mountain climbing, but I'll dip a toe into it this weekend.