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Meaning
6 senses · 4 meanings
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hear
To become aware of sounds from the surrounding environment by using the sense of hearing.
vi Tôi có thể nghe thấy tiếng chim hót ở phía xa.
en I can hear the sound of birds singing in the distance.
To pay close and intentional attention to a particular sound or speech in a conscious way.
vi Hãy nghe kỹ những gì tôi sắp nói sau đây.
en Please listen carefully to what I am about to say.
obey
To follow the advice given by someone or to obey specific instructions and commands.
vi Con cái phải biết nghe lời chỉ bảo của cha mẹ.
en Children should listen to their parents' advice.
sound
To produce a particular impression or feeling when a specific sound is heard or perceived.
vi Bản nhạc này nghe có vẻ rất buồn và sâu lắng.
en This piece of music sounds very sad and deep.
To perceive or detect a particular scent by using the sense of smell rather than hearing.
vi Tôi nghe thấy mùi thơm của bánh nướng từ trong bếp.
en I can smell the aroma of baked cakes from the kitchen.
okay?
A word used at the end of a sentence to ask for someone's agreement or confirmation.
vi Đừng đi đâu xa khi trời tối nhé, nghe!
en Don't go anywhere far when it's dark, okay?