English Word · Beginner
listen
to pay attention to sound
Pronunciation: /ˈlɪsən/
Meaning
To pay deliberate attention to a sound or to someone speaking.
Example
Please listen carefully as I explain.
Please listen carefully as I explain.
Practice tips
- Practice listen out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for beginner-level learners.