A1verb 1K

Try

🇬🇧 UK /["/traɪ/","/traɪz/","/traɪd/","/ˈtraɪɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/traɪ/","/traɪz/","/traɪd/","/ˈtraɪɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Try

to make an attempt or effort to do or get something

In simple words: to make an effort to do something

Try in a sentence

• I will try my best to finish the project on time.
• She decided to try a new recipe for dinner.
• If you try very hard, you can achieve your goals.
• He didn't win the game, but he did try very hard.
• I want to try that restaurant that just opened.
• Let's try to solve this puzzle together.
• You can try lying down for a while if you're tired.
• She will try her luck at the casino tonight.

How to use Try

Use 'try' when suggesting attempts. It's suitable for informal and formal settings. Avoid using it with absolute outcomes, as it conveys effort rather than guarantee.

Grammar pattern

try + object

Memory hint

Think of 'try' as 'I’ll give it a shot.' Imagine aiming for a target.

Related words

Collocations with Try

• desperately
• frantically
• furiously
• decide to
• dare (somebody) to
• bother to
• be just trying to do something
• be only trying to do something
• give up trying
• desperately
• frantically
• furiously
• decide to
• dare (somebody) to
• bother to
• be just trying to do something
• be only trying to do something
• give up trying

Synonyms for Try

• attempt
• endeavor
• strive
• test
• experiment

Opposites of Try

• give up
• quit
• avoid

Common mistakes with Try

• Using 'try' with a noun instead of a verb (e.g., 'try a bike' instead of 'try riding a bike')
• Confusing 'try' with 'test' — 'try' suggests effort, while 'test' implies evaluation
• Using 'try' without context, making the intention unclear

Frequently asked questions about Try

What does Try mean?

to make an effort to do something

What is the definition of Try?

to make an attempt or effort to do or get something

How do you use Try in a sentence?

I will try my best to finish the project on time.

Can you give another example of Try?

She decided to try a new recipe for dinner.

What are synonyms for Try?

Common alternatives include attempt, endeavor, strive, test, experiment.

What is the opposite of Try?

Opposite meanings include give up, quit, avoid.

What words go with Try?

It commonly pairs with desperately, frantically, furiously, decide to, dare (somebody) to, bother to, be just trying to do something, be only trying to do something, give up trying, desperately, frantically, furiously, decide to, dare (somebody) to, bother to, be just trying to do something, be only trying to do something, give up trying.

What are common mistakes when using Try?

Using 'try' with a noun instead of a verb (e.g., 'try a bike' instead of 'try riding a bike') Confusing 'try' with 'test' — 'try' suggests effort, while 'test' implies evaluation Using 'try' without context, making the intention unclear

How do you pronounce Try?

US: /["/traɪ/","/traɪz/","/traɪd/","/ˈtraɪɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/traɪ/","/traɪz/","/traɪd/","/ˈtraɪɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Try?

Use 'try' when suggesting attempts. It's suitable for informal and formal settings. Avoid using it with absolute outcomes, as it conveys effort rather than guarantee.

What CEFR level is Try?

"Try" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.