English–German

“try” in German

German

AlsoAnhieb · testen · probieren

Pronunciation

IPA/fɛɐ̯ˈzuːxən/

Example

Ich versuche es mal.

I'll give it a try.

Illustration for versuchen (try)

How to say “try” in German

“Try” in German is versuchen.

A person takes a deliberate step toward an uncertain result to find out whether the plan works.

Full entry for versuchen: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with versuchen

Wir versuchen, die Aufgabe rechtzeitig zu erledigen.

We are trying to complete the task on time.

Tips for using versuchen

  • The common pattern is versuchen, etwas zu tun, with zu before the second infinitive.

Other German words for “try”

Er hat es beim ersten Anhieb geschafft.

He managed it on his first try.

Wir testeten das Rezept gestern.

We tried the recipe yesterday.

Ich probiere das Gericht.

I'm trying the dish.

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