ting1 syu1聽書听书
Jyutpingting1 syu1
Yaletīng syū
Definition
To listen to the teacher in class; to pay attention during a lesson.
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How it's used
Focuses specifically on the act of receiving instruction from a teacher during a formal class setting. It implies an active engagement with the lesson rather than just hearing sounds. You will often hear it used by parents or teachers to scold students who are distracted.
Examples
Did you pay attention in class?
He is always playing with his phone and not listening to the lesson at all.
Related words
Common phrases
pay attention in class
be preoccupied with listening to the lesson
Common mistake
Do not use this to mean listening to an audiobook or a lecture in a casual setting. It is strictly tied to the student teacher dynamic in an educational environment.
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Grammar guides
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