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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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