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I'm going to try something

🇬🇧 UK //aɪm ˈɡəʊɪŋ tə traɪ ˈsʌmθɪŋ// 🇺🇸 US //aɪm ˈɡoʊɪŋ tə traɪ ˈsʌmθɪŋ//

Meaning of I'm going to try something

To make an effort to do or accomplish something.

In simple words: I will attempt to do something new.

I'm going to try something in a sentence

• I'm going to try something different for dinner tonight.
• He said, 'I'm going to try something new at the gym this week.'
• I'm going to try something that I've never done before.
• She announced, 'I'm going to try something brave during the meeting.'
• I'm going to try something fun this weekend with my friends.

How to use I'm going to try something

Use this phrase when indicating an intention to experiment or do something differently. It's generally informal and suitable for casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think of 'try' as a 'test drive' for new ideas.

Related words

Collocations with I'm going to try something

• try something new
• try something different
• try something exciting

Synonyms for I'm going to try something

• attempt
• experiment
• endeavor
• test
• explore

Common mistakes with I'm going to try something

• Overusing 'try' in formal situations; it's often better to use 'attempt'.
• Confusing 'try' with 'test'; 'try' implies an effort or experimentation.

Frequently asked questions about I'm going to try something

What does I'm going to try something mean?

I will attempt to do something new.

What is the definition of I'm going to try something?

To make an effort to do or accomplish something.

How do you use I'm going to try something in a sentence?

I'm going to try something different for dinner tonight.

Can you give another example of I'm going to try something?

He said, 'I'm going to try something new at the gym this week.'

What are synonyms for I'm going to try something?

Common alternatives include attempt, experiment, endeavor, test, explore.

What words go with I'm going to try something?

It commonly pairs with try something new, try something different, try something exciting.

What are common mistakes when using I'm going to try something?

Overusing 'try' in formal situations; it's often better to use 'attempt'. Confusing 'try' with 'test'; 'try' implies an effort or experimentation.

How do you pronounce I'm going to try something?

US: //aɪm ˈɡoʊɪŋ tə traɪ ˈsʌmθɪŋ//, UK: //aɪm ˈɡəʊɪŋ tə traɪ ˈsʌmθɪŋ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use I'm going to try something?

Use this phrase when indicating an intention to experiment or do something differently. It's generally informal and suitable for casual conversations.