V-려 했지만
Use verb stem + -려 했지만 to say someone tried or intended to do something, but the next clause shows an obstacle or contrast. It is a very useful pattern for failed attempts or interrupted plans. For example: "버스를 타려 했지만 사람이 너무 많았다."
버스를 타려 했지만 사람이 너무 많았다.
I tried to get on the bus, but there were too many people.
