基础英语口语：I'm trying + (verb)

'I am trying' informs someone that you are attempting to accomplish something using bodily, mental, or spiritual strength. By adding a verb to 'I'm trying' you are pointing out exactly what it is you are attempting to do.
我在努力，是想告诉别人你正在通过肢体，意志，精神方面的力量去尝试完成某件事。在I'm trying后面加一个动词表示你在说明你正在尝试做的事情。

Here are some examples:

"I'm trying to get a job."我在努力找工作。
"I'm trying to call my family."我在努力联系家人。
"I'm trying to enjoy my dinner."我在努力享受晚餐。
"I'm trying to educate myself."我在努力学习。
"I'm trying to explain myself."我在努力解析问题。
"I'm trying new food."我在尝试新的食物。
"I'm trying to eat healthy."我在努力做到健康饮食。
"I'm trying to understand."

You may also hear the word 'trying' used to express a way someone is feeling. In this manner, it expresses strain or distress.
你也许会听到用trying来表达一个人的感受。这样的话，这代表的是一种压力或沮丧。

Here are some examples:

"Learning new things can be trying on you."
学习新东西让我很有压力。
"That marathon was very trying on me."
那次马拉松对于我来说是一个挑战。