try again /(en)tɹˈaɪ(fr)aɡˈɛ̃/ · verb · CEFR A1. Dictionary entry meaning "try again" in English.

See also: Translation page (English → French) · Topic: French Routine et flexibilité

Translation and Meaning

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Example Sentences

  • Si la réponse est fausse, dis try again. English: If the answer is wrong, say 'try again'.
  • Le jeu affiche try again après une erreur. English: The game displays 'try again' after an error.
  • Je clique sur try again pour recommencer. English: I click on "try again" to start over.

When and How to Use "try again"

Use "try again" when you want to talk about "try again" in French. It functions as "verb". In SmartWords it is linked to the French Routine et flexibilité topic. Because it appears in A1 material, it is a practical word to practice early in your French study. Use the example sentences above to notice common word order and nearby words.

Frequently asked questions

What does "try again" mean in English?

"try again" means "try again" in English.

What CEFR level is "try again"?

"try again" is tagged at CEFR A1 in SmartWords French vocabulary content.

What part of speech is "try again"?

"try again" is tagged as a verb in SmartWords.

Can you show "try again" in a sentence?

Si la réponse est fausse, dis try again.

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