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    Écoute (en. Listen)

    /e.kut/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    The action of listening or what is being listened to.
    Active listening is essential in communication.
    L'écoute active est essentielle dans la communication.
    The act of paying attention to a speech or to information.
    His listening to others' advice was exemplary.
    Son écoute des conseils des autres était exemplaire.
    verb
    Paying attention to what is said or to sounds.
    He listens to music every evening.
    Il écoute de la musique tous les soirs.
    Being attentive to another to understand their needs.
    She always listens attentively to her friends.
    Elle écoute toujours attentivement ses amis.

    Etymology

    Origin of the word 'listen' coming from the verb 'to listen', from Old French 'escouter'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to listen carefully
    To have an attentive and receptive attitude in a conversation.
    faire l'écoute
    active listening
    A communication technique that involves full attention to the speaker.
    écoute active
    being attentive
    Being attentive to the needs or concerns of others.
    à l'écoute

    Related Words

    to listen
    Action of paying attention to what is said.
    écouter
    hearing
    Process by which sounds are perceived.
    audition
    sound
    Vibration that is heard by the ear.
    son
    reception
    Action of receiving, especially in terms of communication.
    reception

    Slang Meanings

    Eavesdropping
    He was caught eavesdropping to learn secrets.
    Il a été surpris en train d'écouter aux portes pour connaître des secrets.
    Earbuds
    He never goes out without his earbuds.
    Il ne sort jamais sans ses écouteurs.