How do you say "We could try" in French?

"We could try" in French is "On pourrait tenter". This phrase is commonly used in France.

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How to Say ‘We could try’ in French

Q: What does "On pourrait tenter" mean in English?

"On pourrait tenter" means "We could try" in English. Usage tip: [On] often does the job of "we" in everyday French, so [On pourrait tenter] is more natural than a textbook-style [Nous pourrions tenter] in casual speech.

On pourrait tenter

ohn poo-RAY tahn-TAY

[ohn poo-RAY tahn-TAY]

💬 Usage Tip: [On] often does the job of "we" in everyday French, so [On pourrait tenter] is more natural than a textbook-style [Nous pourrions tenter] in casual speech.

Phrase Breakdown

[ohn]

We could

Suggests a possibility or option.

Example

On pourrait tenter une nouvelle approche.

We could attempt a new approach.

pourrait

[poo-RAY]

could

Indicates a suggestion or possibility.

Example

Peut-être, on pourrait tenter quelque chose de différent.

Maybe, we could attempt something different.

tenter

[tahn-TAY]

attempt

To try to accomplish or complete something.

Example

Nous devons tenter de réussir.

We must attempt to succeed.

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