próbowali

próbowali

"Próbowali" means "they tried" in English.

The word 'próbowali' is used here to indicate attempt or effort in the past tense by a plural subject (‘they’).

Oni próbowali wspiąć się na górę wczoraj.

They tried to climb the mountain yesterday.

In this sentence, 'próbowaliście' is used in a past perfect context and is addressing a plural subject (‘you all’, informal), indicating an inquiry of experience.

Czy próbowaliście już tego nowego dania w restauracji?

Have you tried the new dish at the restaurant already?

Here, 'próbowali' is used to describe an ongoing or iterative action in the past, emphasizing their repeated attempts.

Gdy próbowali, zawsze byli pełni energii i nadziei.

When they were trying, they were always full of energy and hope.