Listeners: meaning, definitions and examples

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listeners

[ ˈlɪs(ə)nərz ]

^{Context #1}

radio

People who listen to a radio broadcast or program.

Synonyms

audience, spectators, viewers

Examples of usage

The show has millions of listeners every week.
The radio station is trying to attract more listeners.

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music

People who enjoy or appreciate music.

Synonyms

audience, fans, music lovers

Examples of usage

The band has a loyal group of listeners who attend all their concerts.
She is a talented singer with a large following of listeners.

Translations

Translations of the word "listeners" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ouvintes

🇮🇳 श्रोताओं

🇩🇪 Zuhörer

🇮🇩 pendengar

🇺🇦 слухачі

🇵🇱 słuchacze

🇯🇵 リスナー

🇫🇷 auditeurs

🇪🇸 oyentes

🇹🇷 dinleyiciler

🇰🇷 청취자

🇸🇦 مستمعين

🇨🇿 posluchači

🇸🇰 poslucháči

🇨🇳 听众

🇸🇮 poslušalci

🇮🇸 hlustendur

🇰🇿 тыңдаушылар

🇬🇪 მოსმენები

🇦🇿 dinləyicilər

🇲🇽 oyentes

Word origin

The word 'listener' originated from the Old English word 'hlysnan', meaning 'to hear, listen'. Over time, it evolved to become 'listener' in Middle English, with the same meaning of someone who listens. The concept of listeners has been important in various forms of communication throughout history, from radio broadcasts to music appreciation.