How to Say ‘I try to’ in Italian
Cerco di
cher-koh dee
[cher-koh dee]
Phrase Breakdown
Cerco
[cher-koh]
I try to
Indicates an effort or attempt to do something.
Cerco di seguirti nelle ultime tendenze.
I try to follow you in the latest trends.
di
[dee]
to
Used as a function word to indicate direction or purpose.
Cerco di vestirmi con stile ogni giorno.
I try to dress with style every day.
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