Give a try Meaning in English
expression
ˈɡɪv/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈtɹaɪ
GIV-uh-TRY
ɡˈɪv/ /æɪ/ /tɹˈaɪ
giv-uh-TRY
Definition
To attempt or try something, especially for the first time or without being sure of the result.
Usage & Nuances
Informal and friendly; used when encouraging someone or expressing a willingness to try, as in 'I'll give it a try' or 'Why don't you give it a try?'. Often followed by 'it.' Not used for formal writing.
Spanish: probar - intentarPortuguese (BR): tentar - experimentarPortuguese (PT): tentar - experimentarChinese (Simplified): 试一试 - 尝试Chinese (Traditional): 試一試 - 嘗試Hindi: आज़माना - कोशिश करनाArabic: جرّب - حاولBengali: চেষ্টা করা - একটা চেষ্টা করাRussian: попробовать - попытатьсяJapanese: やってみる - 試してみるVietnamese: thử - thử làmKorean: 한번 해보다 - 시도해보다Turkish: denemekUrdu: کوشش کرنا - آزماناIndonesian: mencoba - mencoba dulu
Example Sentences
You should give a try to this new game.
basic
I will give a try at painting this weekend.
basic
Can I give a try at solving this problem?
basic
I've never cooked Thai food, but I'll give it a try tonight.
natural
You never know if you'll like it unless you give it a try.
natural
Why not give a try at learning a new language this year?
natural