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try to do something

try to do something(

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An intransitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and does not require a direct object (e.g., Everybody please stand up.).

intransitive verb phrase

1. (indicative)

a. intentar hacer algo

It is possible to try to do something even if you are scared to do it.Es posible intentar hacer algo aunque tengas miedo de hacerlo.

b. tratar de hacer algo

I do not know what to do but we have to try to do something.No sé qué hacer, pero tenemos que tratar de hacer algo.

A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).

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2. (imperative; used to address one person)

a. intenta hacer algo

A word or phrase used to refer to the second person informal “tú” by their conjugation or implied context (e.g., How are you?).

(informal)

(singular)

Try to do something to help your brother with his homework.Intenta hacer algo para ayudar a tu hermano con su tarea.

b. trata de hacer algo

A word or phrase used to refer to the second person informal “tú” by their conjugation or implied context (e.g., How are you?).

(informal)

(singular)

Try to do something generous with your money this Christmas.Trata de hacer algo generoso con tu dinero esta Navidad.

c. intente hacer algo

A word or phrase used to refer to the second person formal “usted” by their conjugation or implied context (e.g., usted).

(formal)

(singular)

Try to do something; no matter what it is, it would be better than spending the whole day on the couch.Intente hacer algo; no importa lo que sea, sería mejor que pasar todo el día en el sofá.

d. trate de hacer algo

A word or phrase used to refer to the second person formal “usted” by their conjugation or implied context (e.g., usted).

(formal)

(singular)

Try to do something to improve your situation.Trate de hacer algo para mejorar su situación.

3. (imperative; used to address multiple people)

a. intenten hacer algo (plural)

Children, try to do something good for your mother's birthday this year.Niños, intenten hacer algo bueno para el cumpleaños de su madre este año.

b. traten de hacer algo (plural)

Try to do something to benefit the people of your community.Traten de hacer algo para beneficiar a la gente de su comunidad.

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