try

/tɹˈa‌ɪ/

/ˈtɹaɪ/

[verbe] [nom]

to try

[VERBE]

MAIN VERB

essayer

to make an effort or attempt to do or have something

Synonymes : attempt

seek

1.1

essayer

to test something by doing or using it to find out if it is suitable, useful, good, etc.

Synonymes : essay

1.2

essayer

to contact someone or visit somewhere in an attempt to find a particular person or to obtain a specific thing

1.3

essayer d’ouvrir

to pull or push a window or door in order to see if it is locked or not

juger

(often passive) to put a person on trial or investigate a case in a trial

Synonymes : adjudicate

judge

Try

[NOM]

essai

an effort to achieve or do something

Synonymes : attempt

effort

endeavor

endeavour

Exemples

1. The judge tried the case fairly and impartially.

2. Try some dried apricots as a healthy snack.

3. I tried a new coffee blend with hints of chocolate and caramel.

4. Give sweetsop a try!

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