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takeltelu — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • hesitation noun A brief pause caused by uncertainty or reluctance before acting or deciding.
  • hiccup noun An involuntary spasm of the diaphragm that produces a short, sharp sound.
  • stammer verb To speak with involuntary repetitions or pauses, unable to get words out smoothly.

Senses

takeltelu is used for these senses in English:

  • hesitation A faltering in speech; stammering.
  • hiccup (informal) A minor obstacle or setback.

hiccup — full definition

  1. noun An involuntary spasm of the diaphragm that produces a short, sharp sound.
  2. noun A small, temporary problem or setback.
  3. verb To make the sound of a hiccup.

Related Finnish words