A Level Spanish Practice Exam

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Which verb translates to "to try" in English?

Proteger
Probar
Prometer
Quemar

The correct answer is: Probar

The verb that translates to "to try" in English is indeed "probar." This Spanish verb can refer to the act of attempting something or tasting food, depending on the context. For example, you might say, "Quiero probar este plato," which means "I want to try this dish." The other options pertain to different meanings: "proteger" translates to "to protect," focusing on safeguarding or defending something; "prometer" means "to promise," indicating a commitment or assurance to do something; while "quemar" translates to "to burn," which refers to the act of setting something on fire or causing it to undergo combustion. Understanding these distinctions is key to mastering verb usage in Spanish.