listener
/'lisnə/
Definition
- Noun:
- Someone who listens attentively: A person who pays close attention to what is being said or heard.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- She is a very good listener and always remembers the details of our conversations.
- The radio host thanked his listeners for their continued support.
- As a therapist, being an empathetic listener is a crucial skill.
Advanced Usage
- "To be a good listener": This phrase describes someone who listens with patience, attention, and empathy, often to understand or help another person.
- He is not just a talker; he is also a good listener.
- "To have an attentive listener": To have someone who is focused on hearing and understanding you.
- When I speak, I know I have an attentive listener in you.
Variants and Related Words
- Listen (verb): To give attention to sound or to someone speaking.
- Please listen to the instructions carefully.
- Listenership (noun): The collective audience of listeners, especially for a radio program.
- The show's listenership has grown significantly this year.
Synonyms
- Auditor: A person who listens, often in a formal context (e.g., to a lecture or financial records).
- Hearer: A person who hears something (more general, less focused on attentiveness).
Related Phrases
- "On behalf of our listeners...": A phrase often used by broadcasters when speaking for their audience.
- On behalf of our listeners, I'd like to ask the guest one more question.
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