How to Say "attempt it" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “attempt it” is “inténtalo” — A1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
Examples
No te rindas ahora, inténtalo una vez más.
Don't give up now, try it one more time.
Si quieres hornear el pan, inténtalo. Te diré si necesitas ayuda.
If you want to bake the bread, try it. I'll tell you if you need help.
El ejercicio parece imposible, pero inténtalo despacio.
The exercise looks impossible, but try it slowly.
Making Commands
This word is a direct command (the 'tú' form of the verb 'intentar'). It tells a friend or peer what to do.
Sticking the 'It' On
When giving a positive command in Spanish, you must stick the object pronoun ('lo' meaning 'it') directly onto the end of the verb, making one word.
Forgetting the Accent
Mistake: “Intentalo (without accent)”
Correction: Inténtalo (with accent). When you add two or more syllables (like 'lo') to a command, you must add an accent mark to keep the original stress on the verb's second-to-last syllable.
Separating the Pronoun
Mistake: “Intenta lo”
Correction: Inténtalo. The pronoun 'lo' must be attached to the affirmative command; it cannot stand alone before the verb.
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