The phrase “I’m trying + verb” communicates that you are making an effort to accomplish something. This versatile construction helps express both physical attempts and mental efforts.
“I’m trying” Usage Examples
| Sno | English Example | Hindi Translation | Context Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | I’m trying to learn Spanish. | मैं स्पेनिश सीखने की कोशिश कर रहा/रही हूँ। | Language learning |
| 2 | I’m trying to fix my bike. | मैं अपनी साइकिल ठीक करने की कोशिश कर रहा/रही हूँ। | Repairing |
| 3 | I’m trying to eat healthier. | मैं स्वस्थ भोजन करने की कोशिश कर रहा/रही हूँ। | Health improvement |
| 4 | I’m trying to call the doctor. | मैं डॉक्टर को फोन करने की कोशिश कर रहा/रही हूँ। | Appointment |
| 5 | I’m trying to understand. | मैं समझने की कोशिश कर रहा/रही हूँ। | Comprehension |
| 6 | I’m trying to quit smoking. | मैं धूम्रपान छोड़ने की कोशिश कर रहा/रही हूँ। | Habit change |
| 7 | I’m trying to save money. | मैं पैसे बचाने की कोशिश कर रहा/रही हूँ। | Financial |
| 8 | I’m trying to concentrate. | मैं ध्यान केंद्रित करने की कोशिश कर रहा/रही हूँ। | Focus |
| 9 | I’m trying to find my keys. | मैं अपनी चाबियाँ ढूँढने की कोशिश कर रहा/रही हूँ। | Searching |
| 10 | I’m trying to stay calm. | मैं शांत रहने की कोशिश कर रहा/रही हूँ। | Emotional control |
Alternative Forms with Different Meanings
| Sno | English Example | Hindi Translation |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | I’m trying new recipes. | मैं नई रेसिपी आज़मा रहा/रही हूँ। |
| 2 | I’m trying a different approach. | मैं एक अलग तरीका आज़मा रहा/रही हूँ। |
| 3 | I’m trying out for the team. | मैं टीम के लिए ट्रायल दे रहा/रही हूँ। |
“Trying” as an Adjective (Difficult Situations)
| Sno | English Example | Hindi Translation |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | This job is very trying. | यह नौकरी बहुत कठिन है। |
| 2 | The heat was trying on everyone. | गर्मी सबके लिए मुश्किल भरी थी। |
| 3 | She’s going through a trying time. | वह एक मुश्किल दौर से गुज़र रही है। |
Key Grammar Rules
- Structure:
- “Trying to” + base verb (for attempts)
- “Trying” + noun (for experiments)
- Correct: “I’m trying to improve”
- Incorrect: “I’m trying improving”
- Tense Variations:
- Present continuous: “I’m trying”
- Past: “I was trying”
- Future: “I’ll be trying”
- Question Form:
- “Are you trying to…?”
- Example: “Are you trying to help?”
Common Mistakes to Avoid
❌ “I’m trying understand”
✅ “I’m trying to understand” (“to” required)
❌ “I try to learning”
✅ “I’m trying to learn” (continuous tense)
❌ “I’m trying cook dinner”
✅ “I’m trying to cook dinner” (infinitive)
Cultural Usage Notes
- Common in learning contexts:
- “I’m trying to speak Hindi”
- Shows humility in attempts
- Workplace usage:
- Professional: “I’m trying to resolve the issue”
- Shows active effort
- Indian English often uses:
- “Attempting” in more formal contexts
- “Trying out” for experiments
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