Meaning & Definition of word "Hear"

Hear

/hɪər/

verb:

  • 1. To perceive sounds through the ear.
    • Example: I can hear the birds singing outside.
  • 2. To be informed of; to receive news or information.
    • Example: Did you hear about the new restaurant opening downtown?
  • 3. To listen to; to give attention to.
    • Example: It's important to hear both sides of the argument.
  • 4. To have a hearing; to conduct a hearing in a legal context.
    • Example: The court will hear the case next week.

Etymology

Old English 'heran', of Germanic origin; related to Dutch 'horen' and German 'hören'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

hear me out:

to listen to me before making a judgment.

I hear you:

to acknowledge that you understand what someone is saying.

hear it on/to the grapevine:

to hear rumors or unofficial information.

Related Words

hearing:

The faculty of perceiving sounds.

ear:

The organ of hearing.

listening:

The active process of receiving and responding to spoken or unspoken messages.

Slang Meanings of hear

Meaning: To understand or grasp an idea.

Example Sentence: You feel me? I just need you to hear me.

Meaning: To be informed about something.

Example Sentence: Did you hear about the party this weekend?