deaf
Translation
deaf
Examples
My grandfather is a little deaf.
My grandfather is a little deaf.
She is deaf to our advice.
She is deaf to our advice.
Grammar Patterns
((to be deaf)) to be unable to hear He is deaf in one ear.
((to be deaf to sth.)) to be unwilling to listen to (sth.) They were deaf to our pleas.
Similar Words
Synonyms: hard of hearing; Antonyms: hearing
Etymology
From Old English 'dēaf'. Its origin is uncertain but related to words meaning 'dull' or 'stupid' in other Germanic languages, reflecting old misconceptions.
Memory Tips
The 'ea' sound is like in 'hear', but the 'f' at the end stops the sound, like not being able to hear.