聞く
kikuverb★Beginner— to listen
general
To listen to or hear something, often with attention or intention.
音楽を聞く
To listen to music.
彼の意見を聞く
To listen to his opinion.
💡
Can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
general
To ask or inquire about something.
名前を聞く
To ask for a name.
理由を聞く
To ask for a reason.
💡
Often used in the form of '聞く' + object + 'を'.
Related Phrases
💡Pro Tip
Common Usage
'聞く' is often used with the object particle 'を' to indicate what is being listened to or asked about.
⚡Gold Rule
Polite Form
The polite form of '聞く' is '聞きます'.
📖Word Origin
From Old Japanese 'kiku', meaning 'to hear' or 'to listen'.
📝Usage Notes
The verb '聞く' is commonly used in everyday conversation and can be used in both formal and informal contexts. It is often used with the object particle 'を' to indicate what is being listened to or asked about.
Word Breakdown
聞
to hear
rootく
verb ending
suffix和英辞典