hear (EN)

verb, interjection

verb “hear”

1. to sense a sound using the ear
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   As I walked through the forest, I heard the birds chirping in the trees.
2. to become aware of information through communication
   When she heard about the school's closure, she immediately called her friends to discuss it.
3. to consider a request with a willingness to be persuaded
   After much deliberation, the committee decided to hear his appeal for additional funding.
4. to be in contact with
   After moving to a new city, I haven't heard from my old friends in months.
5. to listen to legal arguments or testimonies in a formal setting
   The judge will hear the testimony of the key witness tomorrow morning.
6. to empathize or agree with someone's feelings or views
   You're frustrated with the slow internet? I totally hear you on that.

interjection “hear”

1. a British parliamentary expression of agreement or support
   When the MP proposed more funding for the NHS, the chamber erupted with shouts of "Hear, hear!" in agreement.