How do you guys validate your idea before releasing the MVP

As the title says, where and how do you validate the idea you’re working on before going any further with it?

And what exactly constitutes a validation in your opinion? If 5 ppl say ‘thats an awesome idea, I’d use that’, is this enought to continue building the product?

Im working on a new product and I feel i dont wanna go any further before seeing if ppl are really interested in it, dont wanna waste time.

Thanks all!

Author: Hot_Lingonberry8581