Turn a deaf ear Meaning in English
expression
التعريف
To deliberately ignore what someone says or refuses to listen, especially when advice, warnings, or complaints are given.
الاستخدام والفروق الدقيقة
This is an idiomatic, somewhat formal phrase often used in writing or speech to describe someone ignoring important information. Common with 'to' (He turned a deaf ear to...), and usually about warnings, advice, or pleas. Less common in casual conversation; similar to 'ignore' but more vivid.
جمل نموذجية
Whenever people warn him about his habits, he turns a deaf ear.
basic
She turned a deaf ear to her friend's advice.
basic
The manager turned a deaf ear to the complaints of employees.
basic
Parents often turn a deaf ear when kids beg for more screen time.
natural
No matter how many times you ask, she just turns a deaf ear every time.
natural
Politicians sometimes turn a deaf ear to what the public is saying.
natural