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A2 verb #1,500 mais comum 8 min de leitura

試す

tamesu Top 1,500

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At the A1 level, 'tamesu' is introduced in very concrete contexts, primarily shopping and eating. Learners use it to ask if they can try a sample or a tester. The focus is on the polite request form 'tameshite mo ii desu ka?' (May I try it?). It is often taught alongside 'miru' to show the difference between looking at something and actually testing it out. A1 learners should focus on the 'object + o + tamesu' structure for physical items like food samples or pens in a stationery shop. The concept is kept simple: testing a thing to see if you like it.

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At the A2 level, the usage expands to include simple skills and personal experiences. Learners begin to use 'tamesu' to talk about trying out new apps, games, or study methods. The potential form 'tameseru' (can try) and the conditional 'tameseba' (if you try) become important. A2 learners are expected to understand that 'tamesu' is more about the 'test' than just 'doing.' For example, testing a new recipe or testing a new route to school. It also appears in the context of 'trying one's luck' (un o tamesu), which is a common phrase in Japanese culture.

At the B1 level, 'tamesu' moves into more abstract and social territories. Learners use it to describe testing a hypothesis, a theory, or someone's patience. The nuance of 'evaluation' becomes more prominent. B1 learners should be able to distinguish 'tamesu' from its more formal cousin 'kokoromiru.' They also start to encounter the passive form 'tamesareru' in literature or news, where a person's character or ability is being 'tested' by a situation. The focus shifts from physical objects to methods, strategies, and human qualities.

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At the B2 level, 'tamesu' is used in professional and technical contexts. It appears in discussions about product development, scientific experiments, and market research. Learners are expected to use it with sophisticated collocations like 'yukousei o tamesu' (test the effectiveness) or 'shinhouhou o tamesu' (test a new method). The word is also used to describe psychological tests or complex social experiments. B2 learners should understand the subtle difference in register between 'tamesu' and 'shiken suru' or 'kenshou suru,' knowing when to use the more common 'tamesu' for a general sense of testing.

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At the C1 level, 'tamesu' is used with high-level nuance in literary and philosophical contexts. It might describe a protagonist 'testing' the boundaries of their existence or a society 'testing' a new political ideology. The word takes on a deeper, sometimes metaphorical meaning. C1 learners should be comfortable with the word in all its forms, including complex causative-passive structures. They should also understand how 'tamesu' fits into the broader web of Japanese 'trial' vocabulary, including legal trials (saiban) and religious trials (shiren), even though 'tamesu' itself is more general.

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At the C2 level, 'tamesu' is mastered in its most subtle applications. This includes using it to describe the 'testing' of limits in extreme sports, high-stakes scientific breakthroughs, or deep psychological manipulation in thrillers. A C2 speaker understands the historical weight of the kanji and can use the word to evoke specific imagery. They can use 'tamesu' to discuss the 'testing' of historical precedents or the 'testing' of linguistic boundaries in poetry. The word becomes a precise tool for describing any act of verification or trial, no matter how abstract or complex the subject matter.

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試す em 30 segundos

Tamesu means 'to test' or 'to try out' an object or skill.
It is a transitive verb requiring the particle 'o'.
Commonly used for shopping samples, software trials, and testing patience.
Differs from '-te miru' which is more about casual experience.

The Japanese verb 試す (tamesu) is a fundamental transitive verb primarily meaning 'to try,' 'to test,' or 'to experiment.' Unlike the auxiliary verb form -te miru, which suggests doing something to see what happens, 試す carries a stronger nuance of evaluation, verification, or checking the quality, effectiveness, or capability of a person or object. It is the act of putting something to the test to confirm a hypothesis or to see if it meets a certain standard.

Core Concept: The essence of 試す is the 'test' aspect. It involves a subject (the tester) and an object (the tested). You are not just 'trying' an action; you are 'testing' an entity.

新しい化粧品を肌で試す。
Testing new cosmetics on the skin.

In academic or technical contexts, 試す is used for experiments and trials. In social contexts, it can refer to testing someone's patience, loyalty, or skills. The kanji 試 (shi) itself means 'test' or 'try,' also seen in words like shiken (exam) and shiai (match/game).

Grammatical Role: It is a Godan verb (Group 1). The dictionary form is 試す, the polite form is 試します, and the Te-form is 試して.

自分の力を試す絶好の機会だ。
It is a perfect opportunity to test my own strength.

Furthermore, 試す is often associated with physical objects, such as trying on clothes (though shichaku suru is more specific) or testing a new software feature. It implies a deliberate action taken with curiosity or skepticism.

Synonym Comparison: While 'yattemiru' is 'to give it a shot,' 'tamesu' is 'to put it to the test.' You 'tamesu' a recipe to see if it works, but you 'yattemiru' skydiving because it sounds fun.

この理論を実際に試してみましょう。
Let's actually test this theory.

最新の機能を試す。
Testing the latest features.

彼は私の忍耐を試している。
He is testing my patience.

Using 試す (tamesu) correctly requires understanding its transitive nature. It always takes a direct object marked by the particle を (o). You are testing 'something.' This 'something' can be a physical product, a person's ability, or an abstract concept like a method or theory.

Basic Structure: [Subject] は [Object] を試す。
Example: 私は新しいアプリを試す。(I test the new app.)

まずはサンプルを試してください。
Please try the sample first.

The verb is often used in the -te miru form (試してみる), which combines 'testing' with 'trying to see.' This is very common in daily conversation when someone wants to 'give something a try' to see if they like it. For example, 'Kono reshipi o tameshite mita' (I tried out this recipe).

Conjugation Patterns: Polite: 試します (tameshimasu)
Negative: 試さない (tamesanai)
Past: 試した (tameshita)
Potential: 試せる (tameseru)

一度試せばわかります。
You'll understand once you try it.

In formal settings, such as business or science, 試す is used to describe rigorous testing. In sports, it's used when a coach 'tests' a new player or a new strategy during a practice match. The focus is always on the result of the test.

Common Collocations: Un o tamesu (Try one's luck), Chikara o tamesu (Test one's strength), Kanousei o tamesu (Test the possibilities).

運を試してみよう。
Let's try our luck.

この方法を試す価値はあります。
It is worth testing this method.

実力を試すために大会に出る。
I will enter the tournament to test my skills.

You will encounter 試す (tamesu) in a wide variety of daily life scenarios in Japan. From the shopping malls of Ginza to the tech hubs of Akihabara, this word is everywhere. One of the most common places is in retail, specifically regarding samples and trials.

Shopping & Retail: At cosmetic counters, clerks will ask, 'O-te de tameshite mimasu ka?' (Would you like to try it on your hand?). In supermarkets, 'shishoku' (tasting) is essentially 'tamesu' for food.

テスターで色を試す。
Testing the color with a tester.

In the digital world, software developers frequently use 試す when talking about beta testing or trial versions. A website might have a button saying 'Muryou de tamesu' (Try for free). This is a standard call-to-action in Japanese UI/UX design.

Education & Sports: Coaches 'tamesu' new formations. Teachers might 'tamesu' a student's understanding with a quick quiz. It's about checking the current level or state.

新しい練習方法を試す。
Trying out a new training method.

In media, such as anime or drama, you'll often hear characters say 'Ore o tameshite iru no ka?' (Are you testing me?). This adds a layer of drama, suggesting that one's resolve or loyalty is being put through a trial. It's a common trope in shonen manga.

Gaming: In RPGs, players 'tamesu' different equipment combinations to find the most powerful build. 'Shidan' (testing a sword) is a historical context of this word.

無料体験版でゲームを試す。
Testing the game with a free trial version.

新製品を試すモニターを募集する。
Recruiting monitors to test new products.

自分の限界を試す。
Testing one's limits.

While 試す (tamesu) is a versatile word, learners often confuse it with other 'trying' verbs. The most common error is using it when -te miru or doryoku suru would be more appropriate. Understanding the 'test' vs. 'effort' vs. 'experience' distinction is key.

Mistake 1: Tamesu vs. -te miru: Learners say 'Nihon-ryouri o tamesu' to mean 'I will try Japanese food.' While not strictly wrong, 'Nihon-ryouri o tabete miru' is much more natural for 'trying an experience.' Use 'tamesu' if you are testing the food's quality.

❌ 漢字を試す (to mean 'try to write kanji')
✅ 漢字を書いてみる (Try writing kanji)

Another mistake involves the word 試みる (kokoromiru). While both mean 'to try,' kokoromiru is much more formal and often implies a difficult challenge or a grand attempt. Using kokoromiru in casual conversation sounds stiff and unnatural.

Mistake 2: Tamesu vs. Shiken: Don't use 'tamesu' to mean 'taking an exam.' For exams, use 'shiken o ukeru.' 'Tamesu' is the act of testing, not the formal process of sitting for a test.

❌ JLPTを試す
✅ JLPTを受ける (Take the JLPT)

Finally, be careful with the passive form tamesareru. It often carries a heavy nuance of being judged or put through a trial by fate or a superior. Using it lightly might sound overly dramatic.

Mistake 3: Object Omission: Because 'tamesu' is transitive, it feels incomplete without an object. If you just want to say 'I'll try,' say 'Yattemiru' or 'Chousen suru' instead of just 'Tamesu.'

❌ ちょっと試す。
✅ ちょっと試してみる。 (I'll try it out for a bit.)

❌ 彼は私を試した (to mean 'he invited me')
✅ 彼は私を誘った (He invited me)

❌ この靴を試す (too blunt)
✅ この靴を履いてみる (Try on these shoes)

Japanese has several ways to express 'trying.' Understanding the synonyms of 試す (tamesu) helps you choose the right word for the right level of formality and intent. The most common related terms are kokoromiru, yattemiru, and chousen suru.

試みる (Kokoromiru): Formal version of 'tamesu.' Used in writing, news, or academic papers. It implies an attempt at something difficult or significant. 'Atarashii houhou o kokoromiru' (Attempting a new method).

脱出を試みる。
Attempting an escape. (More formal/serious than tamesu)

やってみる (Yattemiru) is the casual, everyday way to say 'give it a try.' It focuses on the action itself rather than the 'testing' of an object. If you're not sure which to use in a conversation, yattemiru is usually the safer, friendlier choice.

挑戦する (Chousen suru): Means 'to challenge' or 'to take on.' Use this for big goals like climbing Mt. Fuji or passing the N1. It implies effort and a high possibility of failure.

世界記録に挑戦する。
Challenging the world record.

Another similar word is 試用する (Shiyou suru), which literally means 'to use on a trial basis.' This is very common in business and product manuals. It is more technical and specific than the general tamesu.

味見する (Ajimi suru): Specifically for 'tasting' food while cooking or before buying. It's a subset of 'tamesu' for the sense of taste.

スープを味見する。
Tasting the soup.

新機能を試用する。
Trying out (using) a new function.

可能性を探る。
Exploring the possibilities. (Related to testing/searching)

How Formal Is It?

Nível de dificuldade

Gramática essencial

~てみる (Trying an action)

~ておく (Doing in advance/preparation)

~ようとする (Attempting to do)

~やすい / ~にくい (Easy/Hard to do)

~がたい (Difficult to do - e.g., tameshigatai)

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Exemplos por nível

このお菓子を試します。

I will try this snack.

Direct object + o + tamesu.

テスターを試してもいいですか？

May I try the tester?

Te-form + mo ii desu ka (permission).

新しいペンを試す。

Try a new pen.

Dictionary form used as a statement.

サンプルを試してください。

Please try the sample.

Te-form + kudasai (request).

これを試しましょう。

Let's try this.

Mashou form (suggestion).

香水を試す。

Try the perfume.

Simple Noun + o + Verb.

味を試す。

Try the taste.

Focus on the quality (taste).

一度試します。

I will try it once.

Adverbial use of 'ichido'.

新しいアプリを試してみた。

I tried out a new app.

Tamesu + te-miru (casual past).

運を試しましょう。

Let's try our luck.

Common idiom 'un o tamesu'.

この方法を試せばいいですよ。

You should just try this method.

Conditional -eba + ii (advice).

実力を試すチャンスだ。

It's a chance to test my skills.

Noun modification (tamesu chansu).

別の色も試せますか？

Can I try another color?

Potential form 'tameseru'.

新しい靴を試して歩く。

Try on new shoes and walk.

Te-form connecting two actions.

レシピを試すのが好きです。

I like trying out recipes.

Nominalizer 'no' + ga suki.

機能を一つずつ試す。

Test the functions one by one.

Adverbial phrase 'hitotsu zutsu'.

彼の忍耐を試すような行動だ。

It's an action that tests his patience.

Noun + o + tamesu + you na (metaphorical).

新薬の効果を動物で試す。

Test the effect of a new drug on animals.

Focus on scientific testing.

自分の可能性を試したい。

I want to test my possibilities.

Tai form (desire).

理論が正しいか試してみる必要がある。

It is necessary to test if the theory is correct.

Indirect question 'ka' + tameshite miru.

彼は私を試しているのかもしれない。

He might be testing me.

Progressive form + kamoshirenai (possibility).

新しい戦略を試合で試した。

I tested a new strategy in the match.

Past tense in a specific context.

勇気を試される場面だ。

It's a situation where your courage is tested.

Passive form 'tamesareru'.

色々なやり方を試したが、ダメだった。

I tried various ways, but it didn't work.

Contrastive 'ga'.

市場の反応を試すために限定販売する。

Sell in limited quantities to test the market reaction.

Tame ni (purpose).

最新のセキュリティシステムを試す。

Test the latest security system.

Professional context.

仮説を試すための実験を行う。

Conduct an experiment to test a hypothesis.

Academic phrasing.

ユーザーの使い勝手を試す。

Test the user's ease of use (usability).

Compound noun 'tsukaigatte'.

耐久性を試すテストを繰り返す。

Repeat tests to check durability.

Focus on repetition.

未知の領域で己を試す。

Test oneself in unknown territory.

Reflexive 'onore' (self).

新システムを導入前に試す。

Test the new system before implementation.

Mae ni (before).

部下の忠誠心を試すようなことはしたくない。

I don't want to do things that test my subordinates' loyalty.

Negative desire + metaphorical use.

極限状態において人間の本性が試される。

Human nature is tested in extreme conditions.

Passive 'tamesareru' with abstract subject.

その法案は民主主義の根幹を試すものだ。

That bill tests the very foundation of democracy.

Metaphorical 'foundation' (konkan).

彼は自らの信念を試すべく、過酷な旅に出た。

He set out on a harsh journey to test his own beliefs.

Formal 'beku' (in order to).

科学の限界を試すような画期的な発見。

A breakthrough discovery that tests the limits of science.

Noun modification.

運命に試されているかのような不運が続く。

A streak of bad luck continues as if being tested by fate.

Unmei (fate) as the agent.

既存の価値観を試す前衛的な芸術作品。

An avant-garde artwork that tests existing values.

Kachikan (values).

言葉の持つ可能性を極限まで試す詩人。

A poet who tests the possibilities of language to the limit.

Abstract linguistic context.

沈黙によって相手の反応を試す。

Test the other person's reaction through silence.

Psychological tactic.

この試練は、我々の絆の深さを試すためのものだ。

This ordeal is meant to test the depth of our bond.

Formal 'tame no mono' (meant for).

真理を追究する過程で、あらゆる仮説を試す。

In the process of pursuing truth, test every hypothesis.

Arayuru (every/all).

文明の持続可能性を試す壮大な実験。

A grand experiment testing the sustainability of civilization.

Soudai (grand/magnificent).

彼は己の限界を試すことに生涯を捧げた。

He dedicated his life to testing his own limits.

Koto ni shougai o sasageru.

AIの倫理観を試す複雑なシナリオを構築する。

Construct a complex scenario to test the ethics of AI.

Rinrikan (ethics).

歴史の審判が、その政策の真価を試すだろう。

The judgment of history will test the true value of that policy.

Personification of history.

宇宙の謎を解き明かすべく、物理法則を試す。

Test the laws of physics to unravel the mysteries of the universe.

Physics context.

極限の孤独が、精神の強靭さを試す。

Extreme solitude tests the resilience of the spirit.

Kyoujinsa (resilience/toughness).

Colocações comuns

運を試す (Try one's luck)

実力を試す (Test one's ability)

新製品を試す (Test a new product)

忍耐を試す (Test someone's patience)

可能性を試す (Test the possibilities)

方法を試す (Test a method)

味を試す (Test the flavor)

性能を試す (Test the performance)

反応を試す (Test the reaction)

限界を試す (Test the limits)

Frases Comuns

一度試してみてください (Please try it once)

無料で試せる (Can try for free)

自分を試したい (I want to test myself)

試す価値がある (Worth trying)

色々試した結果 (As a result of trying various things)

まずは試してみよう (Let's try it first)

効果を試す (Test the effect)

理論を試す (Test a theory)

サンプルを試す (Try a sample)

勇気を試す (Test one's courage)

Frequentemente confundido com

試す vs 貯める (Tameru) - To save/accumulate

試す vs 溜める (Tameru) - To amass

試す vs 冷ます (Samasu) - To cool down

Expressões idiomáticas

"運を天に任せて試す (Try one's luck and leave the rest to heaven)"

"肝を試す (Test one's liver - meaning to test one's courage/nerves)"

"腕を試す (Test one's arm - meaning to test one's skill)"

"人の心を試す (Test a person's heart/intentions)"

"試行錯誤 (Trial and error - contains the kanji for tamesu)"

"試し斬り (Testing a new sword - historical)"

"試金石 (Touchstone - a test of quality)"

"試しにやってみる (Try it out as a test)"

"度胸を試す (Test one's guts)"

"知恵を試す (Test one's wisdom)"

Fácil de confundir

試す vs やってみる

Casual action vs. Evaluative test.

試す vs 試みる

Formal/Serious attempt vs. General test.

試す vs 挑戦する

Big challenge vs. Simple test.

試す vs 味わう

To savor/experience vs. To test the flavor.

試す vs 受ける

To take (an exam) vs. To test (quality).

Padrões de frases

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Como usar

nuance

Evaluation-focused.

formality

Neutral, but has formal synonyms.

transitivity

Always requires an object.

Erros comuns

Dicas

Particle Usage

Always use 'o' with tamesu. It's a transitive verb.

Polite Requests

Use 'tameshite mo ii desu ka?' in shops.

Trial and Error

Learn 'shikou-sakugo' to sound advanced.

Test vs Try

If you are evaluating, use tamesu. If just doing, use -te miru.

Kanji Components

Recognize the '言' (speech) radical in 試.

Free Trials

Look for 'muryou de tamesu' on Japanese websites.

Luck

Use 'un o tamesu' for New Year's fortunes.

Commercials

Listen for 'tamesu' in skincare ads.

Reviews

Use 'tameshita kekka' (result of testing) in product reviews.

Natural Flow

Add 'chotto' (a bit) before 'tameshite miru' to sound casual.

Memorize

Origem da palavra

The kanji 試 combines 言 (words/speech) and 式 (ceremony/rule). It originally referred to testing words against a standard or rule.

Contexto cultural

A way to 'tamesu' luck at a shrine.

The etiquette of trying on clothes in Japan (often involving face covers).

The culture of tasting food samples in department stores.

Pratique na vida real

Contextos reais

Iniciadores de conversa

"最近、何か新しいことを試しましたか？ (Have you tried anything new lately?)"

"このアプリ、試してみたことある？ (Have you ever tried this app?)"

"自分の力を試すなら、何に挑戦したい？ (If you were to test your strength, what would you challenge?)"

"運を試すのは好きですか？ (Do you like trying your luck?)"

"新しいレストランを試してみませんか？ (Shall we try a new restaurant?)"

Temas para diário

今日試した新しいことを書いてください。 (Write about something new you tried today.)

自分の忍耐が試された時のことを思い出してください。 (Recall a time when your patience was tested.)

将来試してみたい学習方法は何ですか？ (What study method do you want to try in the future?)

運を試して、良い結果が出たことはありますか？ (Have you ever tried your luck and had a good result?)

もし新しいビジネスを試すなら、どんなことがしたいですか？ (If you were to test a new business, what would you do?)

Perguntas frequentes

10 perguntas

Yes, but 'shichaku suru' is more specific. You can say 'tameshite miru' while holding a shirt.

'Tamesu' is a verb meaning 'to test.' 'Shiken' is a noun meaning 'an exam' or 'a formal test.' You 'tamesu' a theory, but you 'ukeru' a shiken.

It is neutral. Use 'tameshimasu' to be polite.

Yes, but it often means testing their loyalty or ability, which can be sensitive.

You can say 'taiken-ban' or 'shiyou-ban.' The act of using it is 'tamesu'.

Yes, it is common for testing hypotheses and materials.

It means 'trying one's luck,' often by gambling or drawing a fortune.

Yes, in the sense of testing the flavor. 'Ajimi suru' is more specific to cooking.

It is 'tameshite'.

No, use 'ganbaru' or 'doryoku suru' for effort.

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