tentar

This is the 312th most frequent Portuguese word.


tentar

To try or attempt.


In this sentence, 'tentar' is used as a verb to express the action of making an effort to accomplish something.

Eu vou tentar fazer o melhor possível.

I will try to do my best.


Here, 'tentar' is again a verb, indicating the suggestion of initiating an attempt.

Você deve tentar falar com ele antes de tomar uma decisão.

You should try to speak with him before making a decision.


In this example, 'tentar' functions as the action of attempting a solution to an issue.

Ele tentará resolver o problema antes do prazo.

He will try to resolve the problem before the deadline.