English–German
“listener” in German
How to say “listener” in German
“Listener” in German is Hörer.
The receiving side of spoken sound, represented by an audience member or a phone receiver.
Example sentences with Hörer
Die Hörer diskutierten lebhaft nach der Sendung.
The listeners discussed animatedly after the broadcast.
Tips for using Hörer
- The related verb zuhören takes a dative for the person being heard, as in jemandem zuhören, whereas hören commonly takes an accusative object.
Other German words for “listener”
Die Hörerin hörte aufmerksam zu.
The listener paid close attention.
Die Zuhörerin hört aufmerksam zu.
The listener listens attentively.