Definition
聆听 (língtīng) is a formal, respectful verb meaning 'to listen attentively,' used in writing or formal speech for listening to speeches, teachings, or advice. It is more elevated than 听 (everyday 'listen') and carries a sense of reverence that 倾听 (also 'listen attentively') does not necessarily imply. 听取 is used for gathering opinions or reports, while 聆听 focuses on the respectful act of listening itself.
verb
(formal, respectful) to listen attentivelyto heed
Examples
- ，聆听。Zài bìyè diǎnlǐ shàng, wǒmen líng tīng le xiàozhǎng de zhìcí.At the graduation ceremony, we listened attentively to the principal's speech.
- ，聆听。Dàjiā jìng xià xīn lái, líng tīng yíxià zhōuwéi de shēngyīn.Everyone calmed down and listened to the sounds around us.
- 聆听。Tā hěn rènzhēn de zài líng tīng zhǎngbèi de jiàohuì.He is listening very earnestly to the elders' teachings.
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