Versuchen
Definition
Versuchen is a German verb, which means “to try” in English. It is derived from the noun “Versuch,” which translates to “attempt” or “trial.”
Opposite
The opposite of versuchen is “aufgeben,” meaning “to give up.” While versuchen implies making an effort to achieve something, aufgeben indicates surrendering or discontinuing one’s attempts.
Synonyms
- Probieren: This verb is equivalent to “to try” or “to test” and is often used interchangeably with versuchen.
- Anstrengen: Translating to “to strive” or “to exert oneself,” anstrengen suggests the act of making an effort towards a specific goal.
Examples
- Ich werde versuchen, Deutsch zu lernen. (I will try to learn German.)
- Versuch es noch einmal! (Try it again!)
- Nach langem Überlegen versuchte sie, das Rätsel zu lösen. (After deliberating for a long time, she tried to solve the puzzle.)
- Hast du versucht, den Computer neu zu starten? (Did you try restarting the computer?)
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