N3
ききとる (kikitoru)
聞き取る
to catch (a person's words), to follow (a conversation), to understand by hearing
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Implies active listening and comprehension, especially when the sound quality is poor, or the language is difficult.
📝 Example Sentences
早すぎて、彼の言葉が_______ませんでした。
He spoke too fast, so I couldn't catch his words.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "聞き取る"!
電話の音が小さくて、よく_______れませんでした。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 音量が小さいので、耳で理解するのが難しかった状況を表します。
English: It describes a situation where it was difficult to understand by ear due to low volume.
English: It describes a situation where it was difficult to understand by ear due to low volume.
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