Hindi · Common Verbs
सुनना
sunna
To listen / hear
Beginnerverb
Definition
To perceive sounds with your ears.
Example
मुझे संगीत सुनना पसंद है।
I like listening to music.
Etymology
'सुनना' (sunna) originates from the Sanskrit word 'शृणु' (śṛṇu), meaning 'to listen or hear.' The term has historical roots in various Indo-European languages.
How & Where It’s Used
'सुनना' is used extensively in both spoken and written Hindi, often in informal discussions, but it can also appear in formal contexts, especially regarding news and discussions.