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    Conato (en. Attempt)

    /koˈnato/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Action of attempting something in an incomplete or failed manner.
    His attempt to leave stopped before it could begin.
    Su conato de salida se detuvo antes de comenzar.
    The initial phase in which an action is sought to be performed.
    The project attempt was well received, although it did not materialize.
    El conato de proyecto fue bien recibido, aunque no se concretó.
    The beginning of something that does not become complete.
    The attempt at a fire was quickly controlled.
    El conato de incendio fue controlado rápidamente.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'conatus', participle of 'conari', which means 'to attempt'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    attempted fire
    Attempt at a fire or blaze that does not fully materialize.
    conato de incendio
    attempt at a response
    An attempt to provide a response that does not fully develop.
    conato de respuesta

    Related Words

    attempt
    Action of trying to do something.
    intento
    project
    Plan or proposal to carry something out.
    proyecto
    sketch
    Initial sketch or drawing.
    esbozo

    Slang Meanings

    A failed attempt.
    That attempt at a party couldn't happen; everyone went home.
    Ese conato de fiesta no pudo ser, todos se fueron a casa.
    A poor attempt to do something.
    The attempt at a joke he made was so bad that no one laughed.
    El conato de chiste que hizo fue tan malo que nadie rió.