Translation and Meaning

  • Word: hésiter
  • Language: French
  • Meaning: hesitate
  • CEFR Level: B2
  • Part of speech: verb
  • Topic: French Défis et Revers

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Example Sentences

  • Elle a hésité à cause du défi qu'elle a rencontré avant de décider avec confiance. English: She has hesitated because of the challenge she faced before deciding confidently.

When and How to Use "hésiter"

Use "hésiter" when you want to talk about "hesitate" in French. It functions as "verb". In SmartWords it is linked to the French Défis et Revers topic. Because it appears in B2 material, it is a practical word to practice early in your French study. Use the example sentences above to notice common word order and nearby words.

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