Translation of Czech word "pokoušet" to English
pokoušet
/pokoʊʃɛt/
Meaning
VerbTo try to move, by entreaty, by afflictions, or by temptations; to tempt.
How to use
Trying to persuade someone to do something unwise. A core vocabulary item frequently encountered in standard conversational and written Czech.
🇬🇧 English
attempt
Example
Pokusím se naučit nový jazyk.
I'll attempt to learn a new language.
Pokusila se vylézt na horu.
She attempted to climb the mountain.
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- Pokusím se naučit nový jazyk.— I'll attempt to learn a new language.
- Pokusila se vylézt na horu.— She attempted to climb the mountain.
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What does the Czech word "pokoušet" mean?▼
The Czech word "pokoušet" means "attempt" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Pokusím se naučit nový jazyk." (which translates as "I'll attempt to learn a new language.").
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