Versuchen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Versuchen" is used as verb with the meaning of "try", "attempt" or "endeavor".

Essential properties of "versuchen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: versuchen
  • Simple past: versuchte
  • Participle: versucht

See full conjugation of versuchen

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Note: These properties are not absolute. A transitive verb can be used intransitively and vice versa depending on context, and many verbs can be used reflexively even though they are not primarily reflexive.

Meanings of "versuchen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To make an effort to achieve something or solve a problem"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Ich werde es noch einmal versuchen.I will try it again.
  2. Er hat versucht, die Tür zu öffnen.He tried to open the door.
  3. Wir sollten es gemeinsam versuchen.We should try it together.

2.) "To taste or try something to check its suitability"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Möchtest du diesen Kuchen versuchen?Would you like to try this cake?
  2. Habt ihr den neuen Wein schon versucht?Have you tried the new wine yet?
  3. Ich möchte dieses Rezept versuchen.I want to try this recipe.

3.) "To attempt to persuade or influence someone"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er versuchte, sie von seiner Meinung zu überzeugen.He tried to convince her of his opinion.
  2. Sie versucht, ihn zu einem Spaziergang zu überreden.She tries to persuade him to go for a walk.
  3. Ich versuche, meine Eltern zu überzeugen.I am trying to convince my parents.
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