Probarlo (en. Try it)

/pɾo'βaɾ.lo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To manage or experiment with something to appreciate its qualities.
I'm going to try it to see if I like it.
Voy a probarlo para ver si me gusta.
To check the functioning of an object or product.
When the shoes arrive, I will try them on.
Cuando lleguen los zapatos, los voy a probar.
To make an attempt or rehearse something.
He wants to try it before committing.
Él quiere probarlo antes de comprometerse.

Etymology

From Latin 'probare', meaning 'to test' or 'to verify'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to try everything
To attempt to experiment with different things.
probarlo todo
to try it once more
To try again after a failed attempt.
probarlo una vez más
to try it at home
To test something in a familiar environment.
probarlo en casa

Related Words

test
Action of verifying something.
prueba
tester
Person or thing that tests.
probador
probability
Possibility of an event occurring.
probabilidad

Slang Meanings

For testing
I'm going to give it to you for testing before deciding.
Voy a dártelo de prueba antes de decidir.
To try one's luck
I'm going to try my luck with this new dish.
Voy a probar suerte en este nuevo plato.