English–Korean
“hesitate” in Korean
How to say “hesitate” in Korean
“Hesitate” in Korean is 망설이다 (mangseorida).
Pausing at the point of action or choice instead of committing right away.
Example sentences with 망설이다
도움을 청하는 것을 망설였어요.to u meul cheong ha neun keo seul mang seo ryeo sseo yo
I hesitated to ask for help.
Tips for using 망설이다
- This verb usually describes a temporary state, so it does not by itself suggest that someone always lacks confidence.
Other Korean words for “hesitate”
질문이 있으면 주저하지 마세요.chil mu ni i sseu myeon chu jeo ha ji ma se yo
If you have a question, don't hesitate.
그는 중요한 질문에 머뭇거렸다.keu neun chung yo han chil mu ne meo mut kkeo ryeot tta
He hesitated when faced with an important question.