tried
Translation
attempted, tested
Examples
I tried to call you yesterday.
I tried to call you yesterday.
She tried the cake but didn't like it.
She tried the cake but didn't like it.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) tried ((to-inf)) I tried to open the door.
((sb.)) tried ((sth.)) She tried the new soup.
Similar Words
Synonyms: attempted, endeavored, tested
Etymology
The past tense and past participle of the verb 'to try', from Old French 'trier' (to sort, sift).
Memory Tips
Remember the spelling rule: for verbs ending in a consonant + 'y', change the 'y' to 'i' and add 'ed'.