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VocabJLPT N3

to hesitate

Godan VerbIntransitive Verb

Also written as 躊躇う

Definitions

1. to hesitate
2. to waver

A verb meaning to hesitate or waver before doing something. It describes the feeling of holding back or being indecisive, often due to uncertainty or reluctance.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

The question caught me off guard and I hesitated to answer!

Sentence 2

Even when I tell myself "say it now," I still hesitate.

Sentence 3

I'm surprised you'd hesitate over something that simple!

Sentence 4

Honestly, you kind of hesitate to go into that place, right?

Sentence 5

That smile is actually a little suspicious — it makes me hesitate to trust them!