versuchen
Translation
to try, to attempt, to taste, to tempt
Examples
Ich versuche, Deutsch zu lernen.
I am trying to learn German.
Er versucht den neuen Kuchen.
He is trying the new cake.
Sie versucht es noch einmal.
She is trying it one more time.
Grammar Patterns
((to do sth.)) to try to do sth. I'm trying to open the window.
((sth.)) to try/taste sth. Try this wine!
Similar Words
Synonyms: probieren, anstreben; Antonyms: aufgeben (to give up)
Etymology
From 'ver-' (a prefix) and 'suchen' (to seek, search). The idea is 'to seek' a way to do something.
Memory Tips
When you 'try' something, you are 'searching' (suchen) for a result. Link 'versuchen' to 'search'.