How is the word hésiter translated from French to English

English translation
Waver
verb

Balancer ou être incapable de choisir entre plusieurs options.

To hesitate or be unable to decide between options.

Examples with “hésiter”

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  • J'hésite toujours au moment de choisir un dessert. — I always waver when choosing dessert.

  • Elle n'a pas faibli dans sa décision d'aller de l'avant. — She did not waver in her decision to move forward.

  • La flamme de la bougie s'est mise à vaciller dans la brise. — The candle's flame began to waver in the breeze.

  • Hésites-tu entre rester et partir ? — Do you waver between staying or going?

  • Commences-tu à faiblir dans ton engagement ? — Are you starting to waver in your commitment?

  • Sa voix a légèrement vacillé pendant qu'il parlait. — His voice wavered slightly as he spoke.

  • Elle a hésité un instant avant de faire son choix. — She wavered for a moment before making her choice.

  • Ne faiblis pas maintenant ; nous avons besoin de ton soutien. — Please don't waver now; we need your support.

  • Les lumières vacillaient, créant une ambiance inquiétante. — The lights wavered, creating a spooky atmosphere.

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