Tentativa (en. Attempt)

/ten.ta.'ti.va/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
The act of trying something.
The attempt to solve the problem was unsuccessful.
La tentativa de resolver el problema fue fallida.
A plan or project that is proposed.
They made an effort to improve the facilities.
Hicieron una tentativa de mejorar las instalaciones.
An effort made to achieve something.
Her attempt to convince her boss was successful.
Su tentativa de convencer a su jefe resultó exitosa.

Etymology

From Latin 'tentativa', which refers to the act of trying.

Common Phrases and Expressions

To have a tentative
To make an effort to achieve something.
tener una tentativa
Attempted murder
An attempt to kill someone.
tentativa de asesinato
In attempt
In a state of attempt or trial.
en tentativa

Related Words

Attempt
Action of trying or testing something, similar to attempt.
intento
Project
Plan or proposal to carry out something.
proyecto
Essay
Test or attempt, especially in artistic or scientific contexts.
ensayo

Slang Meanings

Attempt that results in failure.
That was a failed attempt to do a trick.
Esa fue una tentativa fallida de hacer un truco.
Informal attempt at something.
It was just an attempt to see if it worked.
Solo fue una tentativa para ver si funcionaba.