Probieren Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Probieren" is used as verb with the meaning of "to try", "to attempt" or "to taste".

Essential properties of "probieren"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: probieren
  • Simple past: probierte
  • Participle: probiert

See full conjugation of probieren

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Note: These properties are not absolute. A transitive verb can be used intransitively and vice versa depending on context, and many verbs can be used reflexively even though they are not primarily reflexive.

Meanings of "probieren" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To attempt or try something to see its outcome or nature"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er möchte das neue Rezept probieren.He wants to try the new recipe.
  2. Wir sollten diese Methode probieren, um zu sehen, ob sie funktioniert.We should try this method to see if it works.
  3. Ich werde das neue Fahrrad probieren, bevor ich es kaufe.I will try the new bicycle before I buy it.

2.) "To taste food or drink"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er möchte den neuen Wein probieren.He wants to taste the new wine.
  2. Kann ich ein Stück von dem Kuchen probieren?Can I try a piece of the cake?
  3. Sie hat das exotische Gericht probiert und fand es lecker.She tasted the exotic dish and found it delicious.

3.) "To try on clothes or accessories"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Ich möchte dieses Kleid probieren.I want to try on this dress.
  2. Sie hat die Schuhe probiert und entschieden, sie zu kaufen.She tried on the shoes and decided to buy them.
  3. Er probierte den Anzug, bevor er ihn kaufte.He tried on the suit before he bought it.
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