die Versuche
Translation
attempts, experiments, trials, endeavors
Examples
Seine ersten Versuche schlugen fehl.
His first attempts failed.
Wir machen Versuche im Labor.
We are doing experiments in the lab.
Grammar Patterns
an attempt ((to do sth.)) an attempt to do sth. It was an attempt to help.
Similar Words
Synonyms: die Probe, das Experiment; Antonyms: der Erfolg (success)
Etymology
From the verb 'versuchen' (to try). The prefix 'ver-' often indicates a process, and 'suchen' means 'to seek'. So, 'to seek out' a solution becomes 'an attempt'.
Memory Tips
Remember that 'Versuch' can mean both 'attempt' and 'experiment'. The context will tell you which one is meant.