Danish · Common Verbs

Høre

To hear / listen

Beginnerverb

Definition

To perceive sounds with your ears.

Example

Jeg hører musik i bussen.

I listen to music on the bus.

Etymology

'Høre' traces back to the Old Norse 'heyra', which means to hear or listen. The word has maintained a steady use over the centuries.

How & Where It’s Used

'Høre' is used informally in everyday conversations as well as in formal discourse. It is common across all regions of Denmark.

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