Lntenté (en. I tried)

/linˈtente/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

verb

To make an effort to achieve something.

I attempted to solve the math problem.

Yo intenté resolver el problema de matemáticas.

To try to do something.

I tried to talk to her, but I couldn't find her.

Intenté hablar con ella, pero no podía encontrarla.

To test or experiment with something.

I tried cooking a new recipe for dinner.

Intenté cocinar una nueva receta para la cena.

From Latin 'intendere', which means 'to direct the mind towards something'.

to attempt something

Making an effort to accomplish a task or goal.

intentar algo

to try again

Making a new effort after a failed attempt.

intentar de nuevo

there's no need to try it

It's not worth making an effort in something.

no hay que intentarlo

attempt

Action of trying; effort to achieve something.

intento

to attempt

To try to do something.

intentar

intentional

That which is done with intention or purpose.

intencionado

To experiment without commitment.

I'm going to try this new app, let's see if it works.

Voy a intentar esta nueva app, a ver si funciona.

To try your luck.

He tried out at the comedy club, even though it wasn't his strong suit.

Él intentó en el club de comedia, aunque no era su fuerte.