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tâcher

try, endeavour

verb tah-SHEH Less Common
Mind & Emotions Attitudes

Usage Note

Tâcher is a slightly formal or literary way to say 'to try', typically followed by de + infinitive: tâche de ne pas oublier means 'try not to forget'. It is less common in everyday speech than essayer, giving sentences a mildly old-fashioned tone.

Examples

"Je vais tâcher de finir avant midi."

Natural Translation

I'll try to finish before noon.

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