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

In terms of clubs listening to supporters, Lincoln City, newly promoted to the Championship, deserve a pat on the back for restoring a unique quirk to a matchday at what fans know as Sincil Bank. — Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 13 Aug. 2026

The city provided an additional room and the foyer of the Town Hall for people to listen to the meeting. — Fousia Abdullahi, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Aug. 2026

Children, young people, and adults listen as organizers explain how to tie knots, trust the rope, and move safely on the rock wall. — Adri Salido, Christian Science Monitor, 13 Aug. 2026

Furious riding was alternated with brief, puffing interludes of listening. — Paul Schullery, Outdoor Life, 13 Aug. 2026

Phrases Containing listen

• listen (to)
• listen in (on)