Russian · Verbs & Actions

Слушать

slushat

To listen

Beginnerverb

Definition

To give attention to sound.

Example

Слушайте внимательно.

Listen carefully.

Etymology

The Russian verb 'слушать' (slushat) comes from the Proto-Slavic '*slušati', meaning to listen or to obey. It reflects the intrinsic human action of listening that has been foundational across generations.

How & Where It’s Used

'Слушать' is predominantly used in spoken language but is also appropriate for written contexts, encompassing both informal dialogues and formal instructions or guidelines.

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