Hebrew · Common Verbs
לשמוע
lishmoa
To hear; to listen
Beginnerverb
Definition
To notice sounds with your ears.
Example
אתה שומע את המוזיקה הזאת?
Do you hear that music?
Etymology
The verb 'לשמוע' (lishmoa) derives from the root ש-מ-ע (Sh-M-A), meaning 'to hear.' The word has evolved over time, maintaining its significance in the act of perceiving auditory stimuli.
How & Where It’s Used
'לשמוע' is frequently used in conversational Hebrew, both in informal and formal contexts, and is essential when referring to listening or hearing.
Literary Heritage
The term appears in religious texts and is often used in prayers, emphasizing the theme of listening to God.