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11課 〜(よ)うと思う 教科書 p.50
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11課

〜(よ)うとする

教科書 p.50
接続:V意向形 + とする
intend / try to do; imminent. Refers to the moment when an intention begins, an attempt is made, or a sign of something about to happen.
注意 / Note:Check connection form and context; Avoid mechanical application of translation.
比較 / Compare:Compare with other models of the same article to distinguish functions and nuances. Same 課: 〜ことにする/〜ことにしている/〜ようにする/〜ようにしている/〜つもりだ — these models are often mistaken for each other, read the 接続 line carefully and then decide.
出かけようとしたとき、雨が降り始めました。
When I was about to go out, it started to rain.
子どもが一人で靴を履こうとしています。
The child is trying to put on shoes by himself.
ロボットが小さな部品をつかもうとしています。
The robot is trying to pick up a small component.

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