hesitar
Hesitar is a verb of Portuguese origin meaning to pause before acting due to doubt or indecision. It can refer to delaying a decision, wavering between options, or showing uncertainty in conduct or speech. In broader use, hesitating can also imply a temporary reluctance to proceed with a course of action.
Etymology and cognates: Hesitar comes from Latin haesitare, related to the roots haerere and haesus, implying
Conjugation and form: Hesitar is a regular -ar verb in Portuguese, following standard conjugation patterns. Examples
Usage notes: Hesitar commonly partners with em or entre, as in hesitar em fazer algo or hesitar