No. 10,157 in French

hésitation

Indecision or doubt before taking action or speaking.

In a sentence

Je n'ai aucune hésitation à accepter cette offre.
I have no hesitation in accepting this offer.
In this sentence, 'hésitation' refers to the absence of doubt or reluctance in making a decision.
Son hésitation à parler en public montre son manque de confiance.
His hesitation to speak in public shows his lack of confidence.
Here, 'hésitation' indicates the reluctance or unease experienced while considering an action, specifically public speaking.
Après une courte hésitation, elle a décidé de suivre son cœur.
After a brief hesitation, she decided to follow her heart.
In this context, 'hésitation' denotes a short delay or pause in action due to uncertainty or making a decision.

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