TRY DOING and TRY TO DO
I am always confused by "TRY DOING" and "TRY TO DO". could you explain how to use them correctly?

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" I’m trying to learn Japanese but it’s very difficult."
   " I'll try to get there as soon as I can. (An effort is implied)"

Try + to + infinitive means that something is difficult and you make an attempt to do it.

-How can I remove the stain from this T-shirt? It won't go!!!!
    -Try using that new soap powder you saw on TV.
   " Have you tried using butter instead of oil?"

Try + ‘ing’ means make an experiment. It’s not difficult – it might work, it might not.

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Hi, Maria!  I saw this question/answer and it might help.  http://www.italki.com/question/129596

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