Translation guide
How to express the concept of a first attempt, test, or experimental run in Japanese, depending on context.
The initial effort to do something, often with a sense of testing or experimentation.
A natural phrase meaning 'first attempt' or 'first endeavor'. Suitable for both formal and casual contexts.
This is my first attempt.
Literally 'first challenge', used when trying something for the first time, often with a sense of personal challenge.
This is my first time trying a marathon.
More technical, meaning 'first trial' in the sense of an experiment or test run. Used in scientific or engineering contexts.
An error occurred on the first trial.
The first of multiple trials, such as in experiments, games, or attempts.
Formal term for 'first trial' in a sequence, common in research, testing, or legal contexts.
I will report the results of the first trial.
More casual way to say 'first trial' using counter 回. Suitable for everyday situations.
Uses the loanword トライアル, common in sports or product testing contexts.
The initial court hearing or trial in a legal proceeding.
試み (こころみ) is a general attempt or endeavor. 試行 (しこう) is a trial in a testing or experimental sense. 挑戦 (ちょうせん) implies a challenge. Choose based on whether you emphasize effort, testing, or challenge.
a new attempt
trial and error
to take on a challenge
The first trial was a failure.
I got a good time on the first trial.
The first trial will be held next month.