der Startversuch
Translation
start attempt, launch attempt, trial run
Examples
Der erste Startversuch der Rakete scheiterte.
The first launch attempt of the rocket failed.
Nach mehreren Startversuchen lief der Motor endlich.
After several start attempts, the engine finally ran.
Grammar Patterns
to make a start attempt ((einen Startversuch unternehmen)) The pilot made another start attempt. Der Pilot unternahm einen weiteren Startversuch.
Similar Words
Anlauf (attempt), Probelauf (trial run)
Etymology
Composed of 'Start' (start) and 'Versuch' (attempt, try). Literally means 'start attempt'.
Memory Tips
Imagine trying ('versuchen') to 'start' an old car multiple times. Each try is a 'Startversuch'.