Anna's notebook entry: Nov 05, 2010
Which one is correct?
-Why don't you try to phone him?
-Why don't you try phoning him?
How do I know when I can use try + to infinite or try + verb + ing?
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Anna's notebook entry: Nov 05, 2010
Which one is correct?-Why don't you try to phone him?
-Why don't you try phoning him?
How do I know when I can use try + to infinite or try + verb + ing?
Your English is perfect, so there's nothing to correct.
I don't think there's any difference in meaning between the 2 alternatives - they're both good.
Just to add to your confusion, there's a 3rd, idiomatic version: -Why don't you try and phone him?
If in doubt, I recommend using the first one.
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