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    Tenter (en. To attempt)

    tɑ̃.te

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    Trying something.
    He tried to solve the problem.
    Il a tenté de résoudre le problème.
    Making efforts to obtain something.
    She is trying to convince her colleagues.
    Elle tente de convaincre ses collègues.
    Trying to seduce or attract.
    He is trying his luck with her.
    Il tente sa chance auprès d'elle.
    Testing or trying limits.
    He is testing his friend's resistance.
    Il tente la résistance de son ami.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'tentare', which means 'to touch, to try'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to try one's luck
    Trying to achieve success in an endeavor.
    tenter sa chance
    to try something
    Trying or putting into practice an idea or plan.
    tenter quelque chose
    to try to convince
    Trying to persuade someone.
    tenter de convaincre

    Related Words

    temptation
    The encouragement to do something desired but often considered wrong.
    tentation
    tent
    A temporary structure often used for camping.
    tente
    tempter
    A person who incites or pushes to do something.
    tentateur

    Slang Meanings

    In the context of romantic relationships.
    He is trying to charm the lady at the café.
    Il essaie de tenter la demoiselle au café.
    In the context of gambling.
    He is trying his luck at poker tonight.
    Il tente sa chance au poker ce soir.