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• 感知声音的能力（听觉）；正式的会议或听证会，尤指法庭或官方调查中听取证词、意见的场合；被听取意见的机会。

The faculty or ability to perceive sound through the auditory system; also refers to a formal legal proceeding where evidence and arguments are presented before a judicial authority, or an opportunity for someone to express their views or defend themselves.

1. Auditory perception facultyB1formalmedical

   The physiological and neurological capacity to detect, process, and interpret sound waves through the ears and auditory pathways, enabling recognition of speech, music, environmental noises, and other acoustic stimuli.

   听觉，听力

   • Regular check-ups help monitor changes in auditory perception as people age.
   • Exposure to loud noises over time can gradually impair one's ability to detect subtle sounds.
   • Children develop the capacity to distinguish phonemes through early auditory experiences.
   • Protective equipment is essential in environments where intense sound levels threaten sensory health.
   • Some animals possess a range of perception far beyond human capabilities.

   同义词auditionauditory senseearsense of hearing

   反义词deafness

2. Legal proceedingC1formallegal

   A formal session conducted by a court, tribunal, or legislative body where testimony, evidence, and legal arguments are presented for consideration before a decision is rendered, often involving witnesses, counsel, and procedural rules.

   听证会，庭审

   • The parliamentary committee scheduled a public session to examine the proposed legislation.
   • Witnesses were sworn in before providing testimony during the judicial proceeding.
   • Legal counsel prepared extensive documentation prior to the administrative review.
   • The regulatory agency held multiple sessions to gather input from industry stakeholders.
   • Appeals courts may remand cases for further factual development in lower tribunals.

   同义词inquestproceedingsessiontrial

3. Opportunity to be heardB2formalpolitical

   A chance or forum granted to an individual or group to present their perspective, concerns, or defense before a decision-making authority, emphasizing principles of fairness, due process, and participatory dialogue.

   发表意见的机会

   • Employees were granted a forum to voice concerns about the proposed policy changes.
   • Community members requested a session to discuss the impact of the development project.
   • The review board ensured all applicants received equitable consideration and time to present.
   • Student representatives asked for a meeting to address campus safety issues.
   • International protocols emphasize the right of affected parties to express their views before rulings.

   同义词audienceconsultationearsayvoice

• 动词，指通过耳朵感知声音，或接收、听取信息。

A verb used to indicate the act of perceiving sound through the ear or receiving information.

不规则动词

1. Perceive soundA1formal

   To perceive or become aware of a sound through the ear.

   听见

   • I can hear music playing next door.
   • She couldn't hear him over the noise.
   • Can you hear the birds singing?

   同义词catchdetectdiscernmake outoverhearperceive

   反义词deafen

2. Receive informationA2formal

   To be informed about something, often through others.

   听说

   • I heard that you got a promotion.
   • Have you heard the news about the accident?
   • She heard about the party from her friend.

   同义词discoverfind outgatherlearnunderstand

3. B1formal

   To listen to someone speaking or performing.

   听

   • The judge heard the witness's testimony.
   • We heard a great lecture on climate change.
   • I heard him give a speech at the conference.

   同义词attendharkheedtake in

短语动词变体hear out