give something a try en · VERB
Pronunciation
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Meanings
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(idiomatic, informal) To try or attempt something.
I always wanted to give windsurfing a try. I reckon it could be fun.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| given something a try | Tense=Past, VerbForm=Part | lexicographic | |
| giving something a try | Tense=Pres, VerbForm=Part | lexicographic | |
| gives something a try | Number=Sing, Person=3, Tense=Pres | lexicographic | |
| gave something a try | Tense=Past | lexicographic |
Relateds
Synonyms
give something a go (try something) · give something the old college try (try something) · have a go (try something) · give something a whirl (try something) · have a crack at (try something) · give something a lash (try something) · give it one's best shot (try something) · give something a shot (try something) · have a stab (try something)
Translations (3)
oc temptar lo còp (Idiom for to give something a try) · de ausprobieren (Idiom for to give something a try) · mi karawhiu (Idiom for to give something a try)