hear

A1
Pronunciation
/hɪə(ɹ)/
/hɪɹ/
/hjɜː/
Verb
8 definition(s)
1 Definition

(stative) To perceive sounds through the ear.

Example Sentences
  • I was deaf, and now I can hear.
2 Definition

(stative) To perceive (a sound, or something producing a sound) with the ear, to recognize (something) in an auditory way.

Example Sentences
  • I heard a sound from outside the window.
3 Definition

To exercise this faculty intentionally; to listen to.

4 Definition

To listen favourably to; to grant (a request etc.).

Example Sentences
  • Eventually the king chose to hear her entreaties.
5 Definition

To receive information about; to come to learn of.

6 Definition

(with from) To be contacted by.

7 Definition

To listen to (a person, case) in a court of law; to try.

Example Sentences
  • Your case will be heard at the end of the month.
8 Definition

To sympathize with; to understand the feelings or opinion of.

Example Sentences
  • You're tired of all the ads on TV? I hear ya.