trial-and-error

• Bezieht sich auf eine Methode, Probleme durch zahlreiche Versuche zu lösen, bei der Fehler als Lernhilfe dienen, bis ein erfolgreiches Ergebnis erreicht wird.

Relating to a method of problem-solving in which multiple attempts are made, learning from mistakes until a successful outcome is achieved.

1. Problem-solving methodB2formal

   Relating to a method of finding a solution by trying various approaches and learning from mistakes until the correct one is found.

   Versuch und Irrtum

   • The engineer used a trial-and-error approach to fix the machine.
   • Learning to cook often involves a trial-and-error process.
   • His trial-and-error method eventually led to a breakthrough.

   Synonymeempiricalexperimentalexploratoryiterative

   Antonymealgorithmicmethodicalsystematic

2. Experiential learningB2formal

   Based on practical experience and experimentation rather than theoretical knowledge.

   Versuch und Irrtum

   • The trial-and-error technique is common in early scientific discoveries.
   • She developed her skills through a trial-and-error process.
   • Trial-and-error learning is often more effective than reading instructions.

   Synonymeempiricalexperientialexperimentalexploratorypracticalpragmatic

   Antonymemethodicalsystematictheoretical