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listen

The correct spelling is listen.

How to pronounce listen

/ˈlɪs.ən/
noun

IPA: /ˈlɪs.ən/

Say it like: Lis-ten

The correct spelling is listen. An instance of listening. For example: "Give the motor a listen and tell me if it sounds off."

Usage Examples

Give the motor a listen and tell me if it sounds off.

Please listen carefully as I explain.  I like to listen to music.

You should listen for the starting gun.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.An instance of listening.

verb

  1. 1.To pay attention to a sound or speech.
  2. 2.To expect or wait for a sound, such as a signal.
  3. 3.To accept advice or obey instruction; to agree or assent.
  4. 4.To hear (something or someone), to pay attention to.

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