escuchar
to listen / to hear
Beginner Verb
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Pronunciation
/eskuˈtʃaɾ/
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Cultural Note
Escuchar (to listen actively) differs from 'oír' (to hear passively). This distinction is important in relationship communication — 'No me escuchas' (you don't listen to me) is one of the most common complaints in Spanish-speaking couples. 'Escucha activa' (active listening) has become a buzzword in modern relationship advice across Spanish-speaking countries.
📝 Example Sentences
Escúchame, esto es importante.
Listen to me, this is important.
Nunca me escuchas cuando te hablo.
You never listen to me when I talk to you.
Aprender a escuchar es clave en una relación.
Learning to listen is key in a relationship.