listen
Translation
to listen
Examples
Listen to the music.
Listen to the music.
You should listen to your parents.
You should listen to your parents.
Grammar Patterns
((to sb./sth.)) to give attention to a sound Listen to me carefully.
Similar Words
Synonyms: hear, heed; Antonyms: ignore
Etymology
From Old English 'hlysnan' meaning 'to listen, hear'.
Memory Tips
The word 'listen' contains the same letters as 'silent'. You have to be silent to listen.