You shouldn't try too hard. vs Don't try too hard.

Both phrases are correct and commonly used in English. They convey the same message, advising someone not to exert too much effort. The choice between them depends on personal preference or the context in which they are used.

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You shouldn't try too hard.

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is a polite way to advise someone not to put in too much effort. It is suitable for situations where a more gentle approach is preferred.

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I'm just saying don't-don't try too hard.
I like that you don't try too hard.
He didn't have to try too hard.
I think you try too hard.
I just think Cam tries too hard.
I try too hard. I just freeze up.
Yes, I am. I'm the embarrassing mom who tries too hard.
You know me. I try too hard.
No, no, I wouldn't try too hard.
He taught us that a cop can never care too much or try too hard.
A German reference would read: tries hard.
She doesn't try that hard.
A true player doesn't try so hard.
No. She doesn't try that hard.
Bob, don't try so hard.
I try too hard at times.
Okay, don't try so hard.
All right, well, try hard.
I told him to try hard.
Same with our work here, if you try hard.

Alternatives:

you should not try too hard.
it's best not to try too hard.

Don't try too hard.

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is a direct way to advise someone not to exert too much effort. It is suitable for casual conversations or situations where a straightforward approach is appropriate.

Show examples from the web [+]

I like that you don't try too hard.
I'm just saying don't-don't try too hard.
He didn't have to try too hard.
I think you try too hard.
I just think Cam tries too hard.
I try too hard. I just freeze up.
Yes, I am. I'm the embarrassing mom who tries too hard.
You know me. I try too hard.
Bob, don't try so hard.
No, no, I wouldn't try too hard.
He taught us that a cop can never care too much or try too hard.
Okay, don't try so hard.
A German reference would read: tries hard.
I don't. Meredith is not your typical teacher, but she's a good person and she tries hard.
She doesn't try that hard.
A true player doesn't try so hard.
No. She doesn't try that hard.
I try too hard at times.
Pretty boys, they don't generally try very hard.
All right, well, try hard.

Alternatives:

avoid trying too hard.
refrain from putting in too much effort.

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You shouldn't try too hard. vs Don't try too hard.