dudar /duðˈaɾ/ · verb · CEFR B2. Spanish translation of "hesitate".

See also: Vocabulary entry (Spanish) · Topic: Spanish Desafíos y Retrocesos

Source term
hesitate
Translation
dudar
CEFR Level
B2
Part of speech
verb
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Dictionary form dudar
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How to use it in a sentence
Pattern
Subject + helper/modal + dudar
Examples
Ella ha dudado debido al desafío que enfrentó antes de decidir con confianza.
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Topic context

This word appears in the Spanish Desafíos y Retrocesos.

Example Sentences

Ella ha dudado debido al desafío que enfrentó antes de decidir con confianza.

English: She has hesitated because of the challenge she faced before deciding confidently.

B2 · Challenges and Setbacks

Vaciló un momento antes de responder la difícil pregunta.

English: She hesitated for a moment before answering the difficult question.

B2 · Challenges and Setbacks

No dudes en llamarme si necesitas algo.

English: Do not hesitate to call me if you need anything.

B2 · Challenges and Setbacks

Vaciló en la puerta, sin saber si entrar.

English: He hesitated at the door, unsure whether to enter.

B2 · Challenges and Setbacks

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