Bengali · Common Verbs
শোনা
shona
To hear; to listen
Beginnerverb
Definition
To notice sounds with your ears.
Example
গানটা শুনছেন?
Do you hear that song?
Etymology
Derived from the Sanskrit 'श्रव्' (śrav), meaning 'to hear,' the Bengali 'শোনা' (shona) has retained this auditory essence through its linguistic evolution.
How & Where It’s Used
Found in both spoken and written registers, 'শোনা' is used in various contexts, usually in verbal communication. It has an informal connotation but can also be used in formal contexts.