The difference between Give something a try and Have a crack at

When used as verbs, give something a try means to try or attempt something, whereas have a crack at means to attempt (something).


check bellow for the other definitions of Give something a try and Have a crack at

  1. Give something a try as a verb (idiomatic):

    To try or attempt something.

    Examples:

    "I always wanted to give windsurfing a try. I reckon it could be fun."

  1. Have a crack at as a verb:

    To attempt (something); to try to do (something).

    Examples:

    "Let me have a crack at it."