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LISTEN

(verb, noun)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Listen.

How to pronounce listen:

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Listen - as a verb

Hear with intention

Example: "Listen to the sound of this cello"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
comprehend20perceive15
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Listen and pay attention

Example: "Listen to your father"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hear7take heed
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
center8centre8concentrate15focus10pore6rivet8
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Pay close attention to; give heed to

Example: "Heed the advice of the old men"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
heed8mind7

Listen - as a noun

An instance of listening.

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

Example Sentences

"Please listen carefully to my instructions."
"I enjoy listening to classical music."
"He always listens to the radio on his way to work."
"I could hear someone singing, but I couldn't listen to the lyrics."
"I listen to podcasts while I'm exercising."
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Word Game Points

Is LISTEN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, listen is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

LISTEN has a SCRABBLE points total of 6.

Is LISTEN a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, listen is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
LISTEN has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 8.

Is LISTEN a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, listen is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
LISTEN has a WORDFEUD points total of 6.

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