B2noun1K

UK/["/ˈhɪərɪŋ/"]/US/["/ˈhɪrɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Hearing

In simple words: The ability to perceive sounds.

Hearing in a sentence

  • Hearing the music from the concert made me feel nostalgic.
  • I have a hearing scheduled with the committee next week.
  • The hearing aid significantly improved her ability to engage in conversations.
  • During the hearing, both sides presented their arguments clearly.
  • Hearing from friends after a long time can be very uplifting.
  • His excellent hearing allows him to pick up sounds that others may miss.

How to use Hearing

Use 'hearing' when discussing the physical sense of sound. It's appropriate in medical, educational, or casual contexts but may be too technical for informal conversations.

Grammar pattern

hearing + object

Memory hint

Think of 'hear' as being near sounds; they come close to you!

Related words

Collocations with Hearing

Synonyms for Hearing

  • earshot

Opposites of Hearing

Common mistakes with Hearing

  • Confused with 'listening', which implies active engagement.
  • Using 'hearing' as a verb instead of its noun form.
  • Misusing in phrases, like 'I have good hearing' instead of 'I can hear well.'

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Frequently asked questions about Hearing

What does Hearing mean?

The ability to perceive sounds.

What is the definition of Hearing?

the ability to hear

How do you use Hearing in a sentence?

Hearing the music from the concert made me feel nostalgic.

Can you give another example of Hearing?

I have a hearing scheduled with the committee next week.

What are synonyms for Hearing?

Common alternatives include earshot.

What is the opposite of Hearing?

Opposite meanings include deafness, inability, ignorance.

What words go with Hearing?

It commonly pairs with acute, excellent, good, have, lose, get back, deteriorate, go, come back, impairment, loss, problems, hard of hearing, final, preliminary, fair, conduct, hold, schedule, take place, begin, open, at a/​the hearing, in a/​the hearing, pending a/​the hearing, fair, sympathetic, give somebody/​something, get, deserve, hearing for.

What are common mistakes when using Hearing?

Confused with 'listening', which implies active engagement. Using 'hearing' as a verb instead of its noun form. Misusing in phrases, like 'I have good hearing' instead of 'I can hear well.'

How do you pronounce Hearing?

US: /["/ˈhɪrɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ˈhɪərɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Hearing?

Use 'hearing' when discussing the physical sense of sound. It's appropriate in medical, educational, or casual contexts but may be too technical for informal conversations.

What CEFR level is Hearing?

"Hearing" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.