How to Say "they attempt" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “they attempt” is “intentan” — A2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
Examples
Los estudiantes intentan terminar el proyecto antes de la fecha límite.
The students are trying to finish the project before the deadline.
Ellos intentan comunicarse en español, aunque es difícil.
They attempt to communicate in Spanish, even though it is difficult.
Ustedes intentan arreglar la computadora, pero no sé si podrán.
You all (formal) are trying to fix the computer, but I don't know if you can.
Present Tense Action
'Intentan' describes actions happening right now, or actions that happen habitually. For example, 'Every day, they try to run' (Cada día, intentan correr).
Simple Structure
When 'intentan' is followed by another action, you simply use the base form of the next verb (the infinitive). You do not need any connecting words like 'a' or 'de'.
Adding 'a' unnecessarily
Mistake: “Ellos intentan a estudiar.”
Correction: Ellos intentan estudiar. (The verb 'intentar' doesn't need the little word 'a' before the next action.)
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