French Phrase
J'essaie de lire régulièrement.
Meaning
The sentence means “I try to read regularly.” It conveys a personal effort to make reading a habit, emphasizing consistency rather than a fixed schedule.
When to use
Use this phrase when talking about personal goals, study routines, or any habit you’re working on. It’s perfect in conversations about self‑improvement, language learning, or leisure activities.
✦Grammar Breakdown
J'essaiedelirerégulièrement.
Contraction J'
Before a vowel or mute 'h', 'je' contracts to 'j'' (e.g., j'aime, j'essaie).
Essayer de + infinitif
The verb 'essayer' is followed by 'de' and an infinitive to express an attempt (e.g., j'essaie de comprendre).
Adverb placement
Adverbs like 'régulièrement' normally follow the infinitive or the verb they modify.
🗨In Conversation
Tu lis souvent ces jours‑ci ?
Do you read often these days?
J'essaie de lire régulièrement.
I try to read regularly.
✕Common Mistakes
J'essaie à lire régulièrement.
After 'essayer' you must use 'de' + infinitive, not 'à'.
J'essaie de lire régulière.
Use the adverb 'régulièrement', not the adjective 'régulière'.
Je essaye de lire régulièrement.
The correct conjugation is 'j'essaie' (contraction of 'je').
↔Alternatives
Je tente de lire chaque jour.
I try to read every day.
Je m'efforce de lire souvent.
I make an effort to read often.
Je lis régulièrement.
I read regularly.
Cultural Tip
Reading is a cherished pastime in France; cafés often have small libraries and many French people discuss books over coffee. Using 'essayer de' shows humility and a realistic approach to habit‑building, which is appreciated in French conversation. Avoid sounding overly boastful; framing it as an effort ('j'essaie') is more culturally polite.