Give a shot Meaning in English
expression
ˈɡɪv/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈʃɑt
GIV-uh-SHAHT
ɡˈɪv/ /æɪ/ /ʃˈɒt
GIV-uh-SHOT
Definition
To try something, especially for the first time or to see if you like it or can do it.
Usage & Nuances
Informal and friendly; often used to encourage someone to try. Common patterns: 'give it a shot,' 'I'll give that a shot.' Similar to 'give it a try.' Not literal—does not involve an actual shot (injection or weapon).
Spanish: intentar - probarPortuguese (BR): tentar - experimentarPortuguese (PT): tentar - experimentarChinese (Simplified): 试一试 - 尝试Chinese (Traditional): 試試看 - 嘗試Hindi: कोशिश करनाArabic: يجرّب - يحاولBengali: চেষ্টা করা - একবার চেষ্টা করাRussian: попробовать - попытатьсяJapanese: やってみるVietnamese: thử - thử xemKorean: 한번 해보다 - 시도하다Turkish: denemek - şans vermekUrdu: آزمانا - کوشش کرناIndonesian: mencoba - mencoba dulu
Example Sentences
You should give a shot at painting; it might be fun.
basic
I will give a shot at making a cake this weekend.
basic
Can you give a shot to fix this computer?
basic
I've never played tennis, but I'll give it a shot.
natural
If you don't know the answer, just give it a shot!
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Let's give a shot at cooking something new tonight.
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