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.