1. I'm going to try an English club.

2. I am going to join an English club.

(When we use 'try' as in #1, what is the difference between 'try' and 'join'?)

There's some difference between "try" and "join" in these sentences.

~~"try" implies that the person will attend a few meetings and decide later if he/she will join or not.

~~"join" means he/she has decided to join.

When it comes to the expressions "I'm going to try an English club" and "I am going to join an English club," there is a subtle difference in meaning.

1. "I'm going to try an English club": Here, the word "try" suggests that you are going to attempt or give it a shot, but it doesn't necessarily imply a long-term commitment. It indicates that you are going to participate in an English club as an experiment or to see if you like it, without guaranteeing that you will continue with it in the future.

To find this difference, you can consider the context and the intention behind joining the club. If you are uncertain and just want to explore whether the English club is the right fit for you, you can use "try."

2. "I am going to join an English club": In contrast, "join" implies a more committed and long-term involvement. It suggests that you have made the decision to become a member of the English club and actively participate on a regular basis.

To differentiate between "try" and "join," paying attention to your level of commitment and intention will help you decide which verb suits your situation better.