listen (A1)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈlɪsən/

Definition

To give attention to sound or to try to hear a sound.

Examples

• Can you listen to the music playing softly in the background?

• I tried to listen to his explanation, but he spoke too quickly.

• She listened intently to the news report, trying to catch every word.

How to Use listen

listen to (prepositional phrase)

To pay attention to a sound or person speaking. — "He likes to listen to podcasts on his commute."

Synonyms of listen

Words with a similar meaning to listen:

• hear
• hearken
• attend
• heed

Antonyms of listen

Words with the opposite meaning to listen:

• ignore
• disregard

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