
hearing
/ˈhɪərɪŋ/ · /ˈhɪrɪŋ/
CEFR level B2Topic HealthWord #3743 in the learning path
听力;听觉
Definitions
n. The ability to notice sounds through your ears.
听力;听觉
n. An official meeting to consider evidence or arguments.
听证会;庭审
Example
My grandfather's hearing improved after he received a hearing aid.
祖父配了助听器后,听得更清楚了。
A public hearing allows residents to express concerns before major construction projects receive official approval.
公开听证会让居民能在大型建设项目获得正式批准前表达关切。
Collocations
- hearing loss
- a hearing aid
- a public hearing
- a court hearing
Word family
- hear (v.)
- hearer (n.)
Usage tip
指听力时不可数;指听证会时可数。
FAQ
- What does hearing mean?
- The ability to notice sounds through your ears. An official meeting to consider evidence or arguments.
- How is hearing pronounced?
- UK /ˈhɪərɪŋ/, US /ˈhɪrɪŋ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.