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hear
Do not confuse "hear" with "listen". Hearing is the physical ability to perceive sound, while listening is paying attention to that sound on purpose. When used in a legal context (like a judge hearing a case), it means to officially listen to evidence or arguments before making a decision. In casual conversation, "I hear" is often used as a softer way to say "I have been told" or "people are saying," rather than stating a fact you saw yourself.
💬Trò chuyện
Did you hear the rumors about the bonus cuts? Total bummer.
Let's circle back on that later. I'm trying to synergize this slide deck.
Ý nghĩa
To perceive with the ear the sound made by someone or something.
"I could hear someone calling my name from across the street."
To be able to perceive sound; to have the faculty of hearing.
"Can you hear me clearly over the noise?"
To receive information or news from another source.
"I hear that you are planning to move to New York next month."