listen to (A1)
phrasal verb
Pronunciation: /ˈlɪsən tuː/
Definition
To give attention to a sound or to what someone is saying.
Examples
She loves to listen to classical music while she works.
Please listen to my instructions carefully before you start the task.
He always tries to listen to his children's concerns, even when he's busy.
How to Use listen to
- listen to (someone/something) (prepositional phrase)
- To direct one's attention to sounds or speech. — "I always listen to the radio in the morning."
- listen to reason (idiom)
- To be persuaded by sensible arguments. — "He's too stubborn; he just won't listen to reason."
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