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    Hésitait (en. Hesitated)

    /e.zi.te/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    Being in a state of uncertainty regarding a decision.
    He was hesitant between two job offers.
    Il hésitait entre deux offres d'emploi.
    Delaying a decision due to doubts.
    She hesitated before answering the question.
    Elle hésitait avant de répondre à la question.
    Lacking determination in a choice.
    He hesitated to take the plane because of his fear.
    Il hésitait à prendre l'avion à cause de sa peur.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'hesitate', derived from the Latin 'hesitare'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    hesitation
    Moment of doubt before making a decision.
    hésitation
    hesitate to do something
    Being reluctant to take action.
    hésiter à faire quelque chose
    do not hesitate
    To act without doubt or reluctance.
    ne pas hésiter

    Related Words

    hesitation
    Action of not making up one's mind.
    hésitation
    hesitant
    Someone who shows hesitation.
    hésitant
    doubt
    State of uncertainty or mistrust.
    doute

    Slang Meanings

    Questioning a choice.
    He is still questioning his future.
    Il se pose encore des questions sur son avenir.
    Overthinking before acting.
    She is going around in circles instead of deciding.
    Elle tourne en rond au lieu de décider.