To pause before deciding or speaking due to uncertainty or fear.

संकोच करना

English Usage: She was hesitating to accept the job offer because she wasn't sure about moving to a new city.

Hindi Usage: वह नौकरी का प्रस्ताव स्वीकार करने में संकोच कर रही थी क्योंकि वह नए शहर में जाने के बारे में निश्चित नहीं थी।

A period of uncertainty or indecision.

हिचक

English Usage: His hesitating led to missed opportunities during the meeting.

Hindi Usage: उसकी हिचक ने बैठक के दौरान अवसरों को चूकने का कारण बना।