hesitate

The German word 'zögern' is a verb that is used to express the act of hesitating or being unsure about something. It can be used in a similar way to the English word 'hesitate'. For example, 'Ich zögere, weil ich mir nicht sicher bin' means 'I hesitate because I am not sure'. It is important to note that 'zögern' can also be used to express delaying or taking too long to do something, such as 'Er zögerte, bevor er antwortete' which means 'He hesitated before answering'.

Example sentences using: zögern

Sie zögern, eine Entscheidung zu treffen.

They hesitate to make a decision.

This phrase is used when someone is unsure and takes a considerable amount of time to decide about something, showing indecisiveness.

Zögern Sie nicht, uns zu kontaktieren.

Do not hesitate to contact us.

This phrase is generally used in professional or business settings, inviting the other person to reach out without any second thoughts or delays.

Ich zögere, ihm die Wahrheit zu sagen.

I hesitate to tell him the truth.

It's a phrase that someone can use when they are apprehensive or fearful of letting someone know about something that might be unpleasant or unsettling.