try
word
/ˈtɹaɪ/
TRY
/tɹˈaɪ/
TRY
Definition
To make an effort to do something or to test something to see if it works.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used in everyday conversation. Often followed by an infinitive verb ('try to do something'). Can also mean tasting food or attempting a test. Informal in many contexts but neutral overall. Avoid confusion with 'test' which is more formal or technical.
Spanish: intentar - probarPortuguese (BR): tentar - provarPortuguese (PT): tentar - provarChinese (Simplified): 尝试Chinese (Traditional): 嘗試Hindi: कोशिश करनाArabic: يحاول - يجربBengali: চেষ্টা করা - খাওয়া (স্বাদ নেওয়া)Russian: пытаться - пробоватьJapanese: 試す - やってみるVietnamese: cố gắng - thửKorean: 시도하다 - 해보다 - 맛보다Turkish: denemek - çabalamakUrdu: کوشش کرنا - آزماناIndonesian: mencoba
Example Sentences
I will try to finish my homework tonight.
basic
She wants to try the new ice cream flavor.
basic
He will try to open the door.
basic
I'm going to try calling her again later.
natural
I'll try to stay calm during the presentation.
natural
Can you try this cake? It's delicious!
natural