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迟疑
chíyí
Description
“迟疑”是指做决定的时候心里不确定，停下来想一想，不能马上决定。
"迟疑" means feeling uncertain when making a decision, pausing to think, and not deciding immediately.
它是比较书面的词，常常用来形容一个人犹豫不决的样子。
It is a more formal word, often used to describe someone who is hesitant and indecisive.
Meanings
迟疑chíyí
to hesitate; to be undecided
他迟疑了一下，才走进房间。
He hesitated before entering the room.
迟疑chíyí
hesitant; undecided
她的语气很迟疑，好像有心事。
Her tone was hesitant, as if she had something on her mind.
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Notes
- Nuance
迟疑 is more literary than 犹豫, both meaning to hesitate over a decision.
- Etymology
迟 (slow, late) + 疑 (doubt) — slow to act because of doubt.
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