1.
sounding out; informal inquiry
The act of casually asking or testing someone's opinion or interest before making a formal proposal.
転職について打診を受けた。
I received an informal inquiry about changing jobs.
事前に打診しておく。
To sound them out beforehand.
参加の意向を打診する。
To inquire about their intention to participate.
2.
percussion (medical)
A diagnostic technique where the body is tapped to determine the condition of underlying organs.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 打診する: to sound out, to inquire informally
- 打診を受ける: to receive an informal inquiry
- 事前に打診する: to sound out beforehand
NUANCE:
Used in business and politics when testing someone's reaction before making an official request or proposal.
RELATED TERMS:
- 問い合わせ: inquiry
- 相談: consultation
- 照会: inquiry, reference