Synonyms of listen

listen

verb

ˈli-sᵊn 

as in to hear

to pay attention especially through the act of hearing

would you listen to what I have to say?

Synonyms & Similar Words

• hear
• attend
• hearken
• heed
• hark
• harken
• mind
• prick up one's ears

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• ignore
• disregard
• tune out
• discount

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of listen

Picollo will listen if another organization calls about Lugo or Wacha, but the price tag will be steep. — Kansas City Star, 17 July 2026

Bryan is telling anyone who will listen about how Bi was his intern. — Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 17 July 2026

This supportive energy helps your sensitive nature name needs without drama and listen without jumping to defend. — Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 10 July 2026

Bass said that the goal of the evening was to listen, to learn, to respond and to change. — Paris Barraza, USA Today, 10 July 2026

Phrases Containing listen

• listen (to)
• listen in (on)