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intento

attempt

noun een-TEN-toh Less Common
Mind & Emotions Attitudes

Also means

try

Usage Note

Intento is the noun from intentar (to attempt). The pejorative form intentona suggests a reckless or ill-fated attempt, often a failed coup (intentona golpista). Do not confuse it with intención (intention), which is the mental purpose rather than the act.

Examples

"Fue su último intento de ganar."

Natural Translation

It was his last attempt to win.

Literal Translation

It-was his last attempt of to-win

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