B1 Expression 中性

försöka sig på

try one's hand at

意思

To attempt to do something new.

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文化背景

The phrase reflects the Swedish value of 'humbly trying'. It's common to use it when starting something like 'surdegsbakning' (sourdough baking), which became a huge cultural trend. In Swedish workplaces, 'försöka sig på' is used to describe 'pilot projects' or experimental strategies, showing a culture that values testing before full implementation. Swedes take pride in doing things themselves. Using this phrase when fixing a house or car shows you are taking the task seriously but aren't overconfident.

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The 'Newness' Rule

Always use this phrase when you want to emphasize that you are a beginner. It buys you 'social grace' if you fail!

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Reflexive Matching

Double-check your pronouns! 'Vi försöker oss på' is the most common place where learners slip up.

意思

To attempt to do something new.

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The 'Newness' Rule

Always use this phrase when you want to emphasize that you are a beginner. It buys you 'social grace' if you fail!

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Reflexive Matching

Double-check your pronouns! 'Vi försöker oss på' is the most common place where learners slip up.

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Modesty is Key

Using this phrase makes you sound more 'Swedish' because it avoids sounding overconfident.

自我测试

Fill in the correct reflexive pronoun.

Vi vill försöka ___ på att bygga en egen båt.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: oss

The subject is 'Vi' (we), so the reflexive pronoun must be 'oss' (ourselves).

Which sentence is most natural for a new hobby?

Jag vill börja med keramik.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: Jag ska försöka mig på keramik.

The full expression 'försöka [reflexive] på [noun]' is the standard way to describe taking on a new hobby.

Complete the dialogue.

A: Ska du springa maraton? B: Ja, jag tänkte ___.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: försöka mig på det

Running a marathon is a challenge, so 'försöka mig på det' is the perfect idiomatic fit.

🎉 得分: /3

视觉学习工具

When to use 'Försöka sig på'

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Hobbies

  • Painting
  • Cooking
  • Knitting
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Sports

  • Marathon
  • Yoga
  • Surfing
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Career

  • Politics
  • Management
  • Coding

练习题库

3 练习
Fill in the correct reflexive pronoun. Fill Blank B1

Vi vill försöka ___ på att bygga en egen båt.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: oss

The subject is 'Vi' (we), so the reflexive pronoun must be 'oss' (ourselves).

Which sentence is most natural for a new hobby? Choose B1

Jag vill börja med keramik.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: Jag ska försöka mig på keramik.

The full expression 'försöka [reflexive] på [noun]' is the standard way to describe taking on a new hobby.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion B1

A: Ska du springa maraton? B: Ja, jag tänkte ___.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: försöka mig på det

Running a marathon is a challenge, so 'försöka mig på det' is the perfect idiomatic fit.

🎉 得分: /3

常见问题

4 个问题

No, use 'prova' or 'smaka'. Using 'försöka sig på' for food sounds like the food is a dangerous opponent.

It's neutral. You can use it with friends or in a business meeting.

'Försöka' is a general 'try'. 'Försöka sig på' is specifically for attempting a new or difficult task/skill.

Only if a verb follows. 'Försöka sig på piano' (noun) vs 'Försöka sig på att spela piano' (verb).

相关表达

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ge sig på

similar

To tackle or attack a task.

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prova på

similar

To sample or test out.

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ta sig an

builds on

To take on a responsibility.

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våga sig på

specialized form

To dare to attempt.

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