The Expression

The expression for this week is “give it a shot.” I am sure you have heard it in English movies or on podcasts.

the Meaning

“Give it a shot” means to try something. But it does not always mean to try something for the first time.

How do we use it

This expression is used as a sentence, or as part of a sentence. And if we want to use it to talk about trying something again, we add the word “another” to the expression.

Easy Examples

Here are some examples to show you how to use the expression.

“I’m not sure I can do it.” “Come on. Give it a shot.”

I’m going to just give it a shot and see if it works.

I failed last time, but I’ve been practicing. I’m going to give it another shot.

Your Turn

So come on and give it a shot. Leave a comment with your own examples. And if you want more examples that you can see and hear, watch the video below.

The Expression

The expression for this week is “give it a shot.” I am sure you have heard it in English movies or on podcasts.

the Meaning

“Give it a shot” means to try something. But it does not always mean to try something for the first time.

How do we use it

This expression is used as a sentence, or as part of a sentence. And if we want to use it to talk about trying something again, we add the word “another” to the expression.

Easy Examples

Here are some examples to show you how to use the expression.

“I’m not sure I can do it.” “Come on. Give it a shot.”

I’m going to just give it a shot and see if it works.

I failed last time, but I’ve been practicing. I’m going to give it another shot.

Your Turn

So come on and give it a shot. Leave a comment with your own examples. And if you want more examples that you can see and hear, watch the video below.