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try one's hand

Verb CEFR C1

Definitions

To attempt a skill, craft, trade, or action, possibly for the first time.

idiomatic

Equivalents

Françaiss'essayer à
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Suomikokeilla

Examples

“I thought I'd try⟳ my hand at woodworking, until I saw⟳ how much the tools cost⟳.”

CEFR level

C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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See also

try one's luck try one's wings try out try someone's patience try titles trye

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