kusita
koo-SEE-tah
How to say it
Swahilikusitakoo-SEE-tahsoon
Englishto hesitate
Frenchhésiter
Meaning
To stop or hold back for a moment before doing or saying something, because one is unsure or unwilling.
Good to know
Bila kusita, without hesitation, is the most common use. Kusitasita means to keep hesitating. Not to be confused with sita, six.
Examples
- Alikubali ombi letu bila kusita hata kidogo.He agreed to our request without the least hesitation.
- Usisite kuniuliza ukiwa na swali.Do not hesitate to ask me if you have a question.
- Wawekezaji wanasita kuleta fedha zao nchini.Investors are hesitating to bring their money into the country.
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