Try
π Pronunciation
/traΙͺ/
Syllables: try
Stress: single syllable
Consistent pronunciation across varieties
π¨βπ©βπ§βπ¦ Word Family
| Word Class | Forms |
|---|---|
| Verbs | try, tries, tried, trying |
| Nouns | try, trial, trying |
| Adjectives | trying |
| Adverbs | tryingly |
The noun 'trial' is a related but distinct lexeme
π Meanings & Definitions
Noun Meanings
1
an attempt or effort to do something
“Let's give it another try”
“It's worth a try”
Synonyms: attempt, effort
neutralgeneral
2
a legal hearing or trial (especially in rugby)
“The case will come to try next month”
“He scored a try in the final minute”
Synonyms: trial, hearing
formallegal/sports
Verb Meanings
1
to make an attempt or effort to do something
“I'll try to finish this today”
“She tried her best”
Synonyms: attempt, endeavor, strive
neutralgeneral
2
to test something to see if it works or is suitable
“Try these shoes on”
“Try the soup”
Synonyms: test, sample, experiment with
neutralgeneral
3
to examine evidence and judge in court
“The case will be tried next month”
Synonyms: judge, hear
formallegal
π§ Verb Patterns
try + to-infinitive
“I'll try to help you”
try + gerund
“Try adding more salt”
Note: Suggests experimenting with an action
try + object
“Try the new restaurant”
Transitivity
Type: both
Passive forms: “The case will be tried in court” “Various methods were tried”
π€ Collocations
Verb + Noun
Adjective + Noun
β οΈ Common Errors
β I try solving this problemββ I'll try to solve this problem
Confusion between gerund and infinitive patterns
Common for: Common in Asian language speakers
Medium impact
β Try solve thisββ Try to solve this
Omission of 'to' with infinitive
β I am trying since morningββ I have been trying since morning
Wrong aspect with time expression
π Register & Frequency
Frequency: top 1000 words
Spoken: common
Written: common
Academic: common
Business: common
Formality: neutral