tries (one's) hand (at something) In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase " tries (one's) hand (at something)", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Kathy Cao calendar 2021-12-06 05:12

Meaning of tries (one's) hand (at something) (redirected from try (one's) hand (at something) )

Synonyms:

have a crack at (something) , have a go at something , have a whack at

Try (one's) hand (at something) verb phrase

To try to do something new 

During the lockdown, I tried my hand at baking, and I realized that I'm quite fond of it.

He has tried his hand at several different sports before choosing badminton as his regular sport.

When I first tried my hand at basketball, I was immediately engrossed in it.

Other phrases about:

shiny new
Very bright, having a smooth glossy surface
Harry spankers
Entirely new; Wholly new
brand spanking new

Used to describe something completely new

 

spic and span

Very clean and tidy.

turn the page
To make a new start after you have been through many difficulties.

Grammar and Usage of Try (one's) hand (at something)

Verb Forms

  • tried (one's) hand (at something)
  • trying (one's) hand (at something)
  • tries (one's) hand (at something)

The verb "try" must be conjugated according to its tense.

Origin of Try (one's) hand (at something)

"Try" is used in this phrase to mean "ascertain by experiment or effort". This usage dates back to the late 1500s.

The Origin Cited: Internet .
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TODAY
Candy is Dandy but Liquor is Quicker
Candy is a good thing to offer someone to get them to do something, but liquor will work more quickly when  convincing someone to do something.
Example: .

Daughter: So I really want all my friends to have a great time. I was thinking it would be a good idea to have some candy out on the tables for people to snack on.

Mother: Well, if you want them to really enjoy themselves, candy is dandy but liquor is quicker.

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