yritellä

Yritellä is a Finnish verb that means to try to do something, often with the implication of repeated or sustained effort. It is a frequentative form of the verb "yrittää," which also means to try. The distinction between the two lies in the nuance of repeated action; "yritellä" suggests that the trying is ongoing or has occurred multiple times, perhaps without immediate success.

The verb is commonly used in everyday conversation to describe situations where someone is making an effort to accomplish a task, learn a skill, or achieve a goal. For example, one might say "Hän yritteli ratkaista ongelmaa koko päivän," meaning "He tried to solve the problem all day long." This implies a continuous or repeated attempt rather than a single instance of trying.

"Yritellä" can also be used to express a degree of uncertainty or a lack of full commitment to an action. It can sometimes carry a sense of "giving it a go" or "making an attempt" without necessarily guaranteeing a positive outcome. The verb is conjugated like other Finnish verbs, with endings changing based on person, number, and tense. Its usage is widespread across various contexts, from casual discussions to more formal settings where describing persistent effort is relevant.