noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru'
trial reading; trying out a publication
Used for reading a newspaper, magazine, or similar publication on a trial basis before subscribing. Often used in the context of free trial periods.
新聞を試読してみて、気に入ったら購読を申し込んだ。
I tried reading the newspaper on a trial basis, and when I liked it, I applied for a subscription.
You can try this magazine for free for two weeks.
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru'
preparatory reading
Rare term; more commonly expressed as 下読み. Refers to reading something in advance as preparation.
See also: 下読み
会議の前に資料を試読しておく。
I read the materials beforehand as preparation for the meeting.