Hear

usgb/hɪr/
verb

To receive sound through the ears.

I can hear a dog barking outside.
Visual representation of "hear" - to receive sound through the ears

Often appears as...

  • hear a sound
  • hear music
Definition 1 of 5
Visual representation of "hear"
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Immediate Awareness

Hear usually implies the sound is caught suddenly and without effort.

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I could hear the clock ticking as I read.
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Natural Ability

Hear refers to the natural capacity to perceive sounds rather than the action of listening.

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Newborn babies can hear but don't understand words.
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No Receiver Mentioned

'Hear' doesn't always mention who the sound is going to.

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Thunder was heard throughout the town.
Visual representation of the word "Hear"

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