How Do You Spell ATTEMPTING?

Pronunciation: [ɐtˈɛmptɪŋ] (IPA)

The word "attempting" is spelled as /əˈtɛmptɪŋ/. The first syllable in the IPA is a schwa sound, represented by /ə/. The second syllable starts with a stress sound, indicated by /ˈ/. The letters "t" and "e" in the second syllable represent the /t/ and /ɛ/ sounds respectively. The third syllable has an unstressed /m/ sound represented by /m/. The final syllable has a /p/ sound represented by /p/ and an /ɪŋ/ sound represented by /ɪŋ/. Overall, Attempting is pronounced as uh-temp-ting.

ATTEMPTING Meaning and Definition

  1. Attempting is a verb that refers to the act of trying or making an effort to achieve or accomplish something. It entails engaging in an endeavor with the intention of achieving a specific outcome. The term emphasizes the action of venturing into a task or activity that may require skill, determination, or resilience.

    When someone is attempting something, they are typically pursuing a goal or attempting to solve a problem. It involves taking deliberate steps or exerting effort in order to make progress. The focus is on putting oneself into action and making an endeavor to bring about a desired result.

    Attempting implies a conscious choice to undertake an activity, even knowing that success is not guaranteed. It involves a certain level of risk-taking and determination to try despite potential difficulties or obstacles. It can be seen as the initial phase of an action, where one begins to actively engage with the task at hand, setting in motion a series of efforts aimed at achieving the desired outcome.

    The term can apply to various aspects of life, such as attempting a challenging academic assignment, attempting a new recipe, attempting to solve a complex problem, or attempting to win a competition. It signifies the active pursuit of a goal or objective, involving dedication, perseverance, and the willingness to face challenges.

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Etymology of ATTEMPTING

The word "attempting" comes from the Middle English word "attempten", which was derived from the Old French word "attempter". In turn, the Old French word was borrowed from the Latin word "attemptāre", meaning "to try" or "to strive". The Latin root "ad-" signifies "to" or "toward", and "temptāre" means "to try" or "to test". "Attemptāre" can be further traced back to the Latin word "temptāre", meaning "to feel", "to touch", or "to try".

Conjugate verb Attempting

CONDITIONAL

I would attempt
we would attempt
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FUTURE

I will attempt
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FUTURE PERFECT

I will have attempted
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PAST

I attempted
we attempted
you attempted
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they attempted

PAST PERFECT

I had attempted
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PRESENT

I attempt
we attempt
you attempt
he/she/it attempts
they attempt

PRESENT PERFECT

I have attempted
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I am attempting
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