Harkening: meaning, definitions and examples

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harkening

 

[ หˆhษ‘หrkษ™nษชล‹ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

archaic usage

To hark or listen attentively. The term harkening often indicates a call to attention or an invitation to listen closely.

Synonyms

attend, hear, listen.

Examples of usage

  • Harkening back to the days of old.
  • She was harkening to the sounds of nature.
  • The teacher asked the students to harkening to her instructions.
Context #2 | Verb

literary usage

In literature, to hark or pay attention to a narrative or detail. This usage often implies a deeper consideration or reflection on the subject matter.

Synonyms

consider, contemplate, observe.

Examples of usage

  • Harkening to the story, he began to understand its deeper meaning.
  • She was harkening to the poetโ€™s words, immersing herself in the imagery.
  • The audience was harkening to the speakerโ€™s every word.

Translations

Translations of the word "harkening" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น ouvir

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเฅเคจเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช lauschen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ mendengar

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะปัƒั…ะฐั‚ะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ sล‚uchaฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่€ณใ‚’ๅ‚พใ‘ใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท รฉcouter

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ escuchar

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท dinlemek

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋“ฃ๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุงุณุชู…ุงุน

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ naslouchat

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ poฤรบvaลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ€พๅฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ posluลกati

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hlusta

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ั‹าฃะดะฐัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒฃแƒกแƒ›แƒ˜แƒœแƒ”

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qulaq asmaq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ escuchar

Etymology

The word 'harkening' originates from the Old English term 'hearcan', which means 'to listen attentively'. It is related to the Middle English 'herken', which evolved into the modern 'harken'. The term has often been used in literary contexts, particularly in classical literature and poetry, where it conveys a sense of attentiveness and reflection. The usage of 'hark' and its derivatives has been prevalent in English for centuries, often evoking a sense of nostalgia for the past or a call to heed important messages. In modern times, 'harkening' retains an archaic charm, often found in poetic or formal contexts, as it resonates with themes of attentiveness and reflection on history, culture, and narratives.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,365, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.