Inténtelo (en. Try it)

in-ten-te-lo

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To take an action with the intention of achieving a result.
I encourage you to try to solve the problem.
Te animo a que intentes resolver el problema.
To test or to attempt to do something.
Try again if you didn’t succeed.
Inténtalo otra vez si no lo lograste.
To make an effort to reach a goal.
If you don’t try, you’ll never know.
Si no lo intentas, nunca lo sabrás.

Etymology

From the verb intentar, which originates from the Latin 'intentionare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Try it!
Encourages someone to make an attempt.
¡Inténtalo!
Don’t give up, try again.
Invites persistence in effort.
No te rindas, inténtalo de nuevo.

Related Words

related word: to try
Description: To make an effort to achieve something.
intentar
related word: test
Description: The act of trying something.
prueba
related word: effort
Description: The act of applying force or energy.
esfuerzo

Slang Meanings

Meaning: Do it
Example: When you’re uncertain, just say: try it!
Cuando estés indeciso, solo dile: ¡inténtelo!
Meaning: Give it a chance
Example: If you’re in doubt, better try it to see what happens.
Si tienes dudas, mejor inténtelo a ver qué pasa.