Probarme (en. Try me)

/pɾoˈβaɾ.me/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To examine if something fits my person or needs.
I'm going to try on this clothing before buying it.
Voy a probarme esta ropa antes de comprarla.
To test a product or service to evaluate it.
I want to try on these shoes to see if they are comfortable.
Quiero probarme estos zapatos para ver si son cómodos.
To make a test or attempt regarding something.
I am going to try out different styles until I find mine.
Me voy a probar con diferentes estilos hasta encontrar el mío.

Etymology

From the verb 'probar', which comes from the Latin 'probare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to try on a piece of clothing
To try on a garment to see if it fits well.
probarme una ropa
to try my luck
To attempt to see if I succeed in something risky.
probarme suerte
to try some food
To taste a dish to see if I like it.
probarme algún alimento

Related Words

to test
To perform an action to check something.
probar
test
Action of trying or subjecting something to examination.
prueba
verification
Action of verifying the accuracy of something.
comprobación

Slang Meanings

To put something on to evaluate if it works.
I'm going to try on this funky jacket.
Voy a probarme esta chaqueta funky.
To try something new without fear.
Today I'm going to try out doing freestyle.
Hoy me voy a probarme a hacer freestyle.