「てみる」- Trying Something Out

Explanation

Grammar: Verbて-form + みる
Pronunciation: 〜てみる （te miru）
〜てみる is used to express trying something out to see the result. It can be translated as "try doing..." or "give it a try."

Grammar Pattern

Grammar Point	Connection	Explanation
〜てみる	Verbて-form + みる	Indicates trying something out to see the result.

Basic Usage

• Verbて-form + みる
• Example: 食べてみる (try eating)

Examples

• このこの着てみてもいいですか。
• Kono kite mite mo ii desu ka.
• Can I try this on?
  

• 新あたらしい味あじを試してみた。
• Atarashii aji o tameshite mita.
• I tried the new flavor.
  

• 死しぬまでに一度いちどは本場ほんばの中華料理ちゅうかりょうりを食べてみたい。
• Shinu made ni ichido wa honba no chuuka ryouri o tabete mitai.
• Before I die, I want to try authentic Chinese food at least once.
  

• 一度いちどやってみたらどうですか？
• Ichido yatte mitara dou desu ka?
• Why don't you give it a try?
  

Comparison and Differences

〜てみる vs 〜てみせる

• 〜てみる means trying something out to see the result.
• 〜てみせる means doing something to show someone, often with a sense of demonstration or performance.

Expression	Usage	Example	English Translation
〜てみる	Trying	このこのを解いてみる。	Try solving this problem.
〜てみせる	Demonstrating	このこのを解いてみせる。	I'll show you how to solve this problem.

Real-Life Scenarios

Dialogue Examples

• A: このこの面白おもしろいのかな？
• Kono eiga omoshiroi no kana?
• Is this movie interesting?
  

• B: うん、評判ひょうばんがいいから、見てみよう。
• Un, hyouban ga ii kara, mite miyou.
• Yeah, it has good reviews, so let's give it a try.
  

• A: このこので料理りょうりを作ってみたい。
• Kono reshipi de ryouri o tsukutte mitai.
• I want to try cooking with this recipe.
  

• B: いいね、試してみよう。
• Ii ne, tameshite miyou.
• Sounds good, let's try it.
  

Cultural Background

In Japanese culture, 〜てみる reflects an open and learning-oriented attitude. Whether trying something new or solving a problem, Japanese people often prefer to gain experience and knowledge through practice. This practical spirit is evident in daily life and work, encouraging people to try things without fear of failure.

Summary

〜てみる is used to express trying something out to observe the result. It emphasizes personal initiative and a spirit of exploration. Compared to similar grammar points, it has unique applications and meanings.