How to Say ‘That we try’ in French
Que nous essayions
kuh noo ay-say-yohn
[kuh noo ay-say-yohn]
💬 Usage Tip: An example of subjunctive use following 'que'.
🇫🇷 In France: Suggesting to 'try' something new often eases into French conversations.
Phrase Breakdown
Que nous
kuh noo
Words in this phrase
Que
[kuh]
that
Used to introduce a subordinate clause expressing purpose.
Il faut que nous essayions cette méthode.
We need to try this method.
nous
[noo]
we
Refers to the speaker and one or more other people.
Il est temps que nous décidions.
It's time that we decide.
essayions
[ay-say-yohn]
try
To make an attempt or effort to do something.
Que nous essayions quelque chose de nouveau.
That we try something new.
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