attempt
attempt
an effort to do something
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attempt with Russian translation
attempt usage examples
Это была моя первая попытка испечь хлеб.
This was my first attempt at baking bread.
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attempt belongs to the topic "Top 1000". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
attempt synonyms
Related words worth learning together
They made a trial of the new method before using it everywhere.
She made an effort to speak more clearly.
a formal word for an effort or serious attempt
Their endeavor to improve safety was successful.
Starting a business was a bold venture.
She made a bid to become team captain.
Give it another try.
not usually 'attempt' in general; can mean a strong effort to deal with something
The team launched an attack on the problem's causes.
I'll give it a shot.
What's the difference
How is attempt different from related words?
Short comparisons help you choose the right word by meaning, context, and typical examples.
В чем разница в английском между carry, wear, tote и lug
Carry — нести или иметь при себе, wear — носить на теле, tote — таскать с собой, lug — тащить тяжёлое с усилием.
В чем разница в английском между whole, entire, complete и intact
Разница между whole, entire, complete и intact: целое, весь объем, завершенность и сохранность без повреждений.
В чем разница в английском между choose, pick, select и opt for
Разница между choose, pick, select и opt for: обычный выбор, разговорный выбор, выбор из списка и осознанное предпочтение.
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How to pronounce attempt and what this word means
attempt means attempt. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce attempt
/əˈtempt/
attempt translation
attempt
attempt examples
Her attempt to call him failed.
attempt transcription
/əˈtempt/, /əˈtɛmpt/
Questions about this word
attempt meaning: what does it mean?
an effort to do something
attempt pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
attempt is pronounced as /əˈtempt/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
attempt definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
Her attempt to call him failed. Translation: Её попытка позвонить ему не удалась.
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