Hesitative is a word that describes someone who is hesitant or indecisive. The IPA phonetic transcription for this word is hɛzɪteɪtɪv. The first syllable is pronounced with a short "e" sound, while the second syllable has a long "i" sound. The word ends with the suffix "-tive," which is pronounced with a short "i" sound. This spelling accurately represents the pronunciation of the word, and can help to ensure that it is pronounced correctly when spoken aloud.