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"Intentar" is a transitive verb which is often translated as "to try", and "probarse" is a reflexive verb which is often translated as "to try on". Learn more about the difference between "intentar" and "probarse" below.
intentar(
een
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tehn
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tahr
)A transitive verb is a verb that requires a direct object (e.g., I bought a book.).
a. to try
Cualquiera puede intentar hacer su propio jardín en casa.Anybody can try to make their own home garden.
b. to attempt
No intentes cambiar el foco sin una escalera.Don't attempt to change the lightbulb without a ladder.
probarse(
proh
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bahr
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seh
)A reflexive verb is a verb that indicates that the subject performs an action on itself (e.g., Miguel se lava.).
1. (clothing)
a. to try on
¿Por qué no te pruebas el vestido antes de comprarlo?Why don't you try the dress on before buying it?
probar
A transitive verb is a verb that requires a direct object (e.g., I bought a book.).
2. (to trial)
b. to test
Se tiene que probar este producto antes de venderlo.This product needs to be tested before being sold.
c. to try out
Puedes probar el servicio durante un mes antes de suscribirte.You can try out the service for a month before subscribing.
3. (culinary)
