How to Say ‘I am trying’ in French
J'essaie
zhay eh-SAY
[zhay eh-SAY]
💬 Usage Tip: [J'] only appears joined to the next word before a vowel sound, as in [j'essaie]. Never alone.
Phrase Breakdown
J'
[zhay]
I
Contracted form of je before a vowel sound.
J'essaie de rester en forme avant de revoir la famille.
I try to stay in shape before seeing the family again.
essaie
[eh-SAY]
try
Verb meaning to make an effort to do something.
J'essaie de boire plus d'eau chaque jour.
I try to drink more water every day.
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