Let's try
Suggestion to attempt
직역: Let (us) try (to do something)
Use `Let's try` to suggest an experiment or a new activity in a low-pressure, friendly way.
15초 만에
- A friendly suggestion to test a new idea or action.
- Combines 'let us' with the verb 'try' for shared effort.
- Perfect for low-pressure situations and collaborative brainstorming.
뜻
This phrase is a friendly way to suggest doing something new or testing an idea together. It shows you are open-minded and willing to see what happens without any pressure.
주요 예문
3 / 6At a new restaurant
The spicy noodles look good, let's try them!
The spicy noodles look good, let's try them!
In a business meeting
Let's try a different marketing approach this month.
Let's try a different marketing approach this month.
Texting a friend about a game
I found a new app, let's try it tonight.
I found a new app, let's try it tonight.
문화적 배경
The phrase embodies the Western 'trial and error' philosophy. It became a staple of collaborative language in the mid-20th century as social hierarchies flattened. It is especially popular in Silicon Valley 'startup culture' where failing fast is encouraged.
The 'Let's try' + '-ing' Trick
Use the `-ing` form of a verb after `try` to sound more like a native speaker when suggesting an experiment, like `Let's try swimming`.
Don't sound too unsure
In high-stakes jobs, overusing `Let's try` might make you sound like you don't have a solid plan. Use `We will` if you need to show total confidence.
15초 만에
- A friendly suggestion to test a new idea or action.
- Combines 'let us' with the verb 'try' for shared effort.
- Perfect for low-pressure situations and collaborative brainstorming.
What It Means
Let's try is your go-to phrase for starting an adventure. It is a contraction of let us try. It means you want to test an action. You aren't promising it will work. You are just saying, "Hey, why not give it a shot?"
How To Use It
You can use it alone or with a verb. If you use a verb, add to or an -ing word. For example, Let's try to cook or Let's try cooking. It is very flexible. It makes you sound like a team player. It invites others to join your plan.
When To Use It
Use it when you are at a restaurant with a weird menu. Use it when your friend has a crazy idea for a weekend trip. It works perfectly in a meeting when you have a new strategy. It is great for low-stakes moments. If you are lost and see a shortcut, say Let's try this way.
When NOT To Use It
Do not use it for serious, guaranteed results. If you are a surgeon, don't say Let's try before an operation! It implies there is a chance of failure. Avoid it if you need to sound 100% certain. Also, don't use it if you are ordering someone around. It is a suggestion, not a command.
Cultural Background
English speakers value experimentation and "giving it a go." This phrase reflects a culture that celebrates effort over perfection. It is a very democratic phrase. It levels the playing field between a boss and an employee. It suggests that the outcome is a shared experience. In the US, it is often linked to the "can-do" attitude.
Common Variations
You might hear Let's give it a go or Let's see. In casual settings, people say Let's try it out. If you want to be very casual, just say Worth a try. All of these carry the same spirit of curiosity. They all keep the mood light and positive.
사용 참고사항
The phrase is universally understood and safe for almost any social or professional situation. It is considered 'neutral' because it fits both a casual dinner and a business strategy meeting perfectly.
The 'Let's try' + '-ing' Trick
Use the `-ing` form of a verb after `try` to sound more like a native speaker when suggesting an experiment, like `Let's try swimming`.
Don't sound too unsure
In high-stakes jobs, overusing `Let's try` might make you sound like you don't have a solid plan. Use `We will` if you need to show total confidence.
The 'Soft' Suggestion
In English culture, saying `Let's try` is a polite way to disagree with someone's current plan without being rude.
예시
6The spicy noodles look good, let's try them!
The spicy noodles look good, let's try them!
Used here to suggest tasting food.
Let's try a different marketing approach this month.
Let's try a different marketing approach this month.
Suggests a new professional strategy politely.
I found a new app, let's try it tonight.
I found a new app, let's try it tonight.
Short and direct for digital communication.
I have no idea how to fix this sink, but let's try anyway!
I have no idea how to fix this sink, but let's try anyway!
Used to acknowledge a likely failure with a smile.
I know it's hard, but let's try to go for a walk.
I know it's hard, but let's try to go for a walk.
A gentle, supportive suggestion.
Let's try salsa dancing this weekend.
Let's try salsa dancing this weekend.
Proposing a shared activity.
셀프 테스트
Choose the best word to complete the suggestion.
___ try that new Italian cafe downtown.
`Let's` is the contraction of `let us`, which is required for this expression.
Complete the sentence with the correct verb form.
Let's try ___ the blue paint instead.
After `try`, we often use the `-ing` form to suggest an experiment.
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시각 학습 자료
Formality of 'Let's try'
Used with friends for pizza toppings.
Let's try the pineapple!
The standard way to use the phrase.
Let's try a new route.
Used in boardrooms for new ideas.
Let's try to analyze the data first.
Where to use 'Let's try'
Food
Trying a weird snack
Tech
Testing a new feature
Travel
Taking a shortcut
Social
Starting a conversation
자주 묻는 질문
11 질문No, Let's try includes the other person, making it a shared activity. I will try is a personal promise.
Yes, it is very common in brainstorming sessions. It sounds collaborative and open-minded.
Let's try to often implies a goal that might be difficult, while Let's try -ing suggests an experiment or a new experience.
It is always Let's with an apostrophe because it is a contraction of let us.
Absolutely! This is one of the most common ways to use the phrase when the object is already known.
Not at all. Adults use it in every context from dating to scientific research.
You can say Sure!, Okay, why not?, or I'm not so sure about that.
Yes, it shows initiative. For example, Let's try this new software is a great suggestion.
Yes, it is perfect for trying new dishes. Let's try the sushi is a very natural sentence.
You could say Perhaps we should attempt... but Let's try is usually fine for most professional settings.
You would say Let's not try that if you think an idea is bad or dangerous.
관련 표현
Give it a shot
To try something even if you are not sure you will succeed.
Give it a go
A common British variation of 'give it a shot'.
Check it out
To look at or investigate something interesting.
See what happens
To act without knowing the final result.
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