I'm listening Meaning in English

expression

US

ˈaɪm/, /əm/ /ˈɫɪsənɪŋ/, /ˈɫɪsnɪŋ

AIM LISS-uh-ning

UK

aɪm/ /lˈɪsənɪŋ

AIM LISS-uh-ning

Definition

Used to show that you are paying attention and want to hear what someone is saying.

Usage & Nuances

Polite, informal, and supportive phrase. Often used to encourage someone to continue speaking, especially when they hesitate or have something important to share. Common in conversations where reassurance is needed. Not literal—can be said even when not actually hearing perfect details, but showing attention.

• Spanish: te estoy escuchando - te escucho
• Portuguese (BR): estou te ouvindo - estou ouvindo
• Portuguese (PT): estou a ouvir-te - estou a ouvir
• Chinese (Simplified): 我在听（你说）
• Chinese (Traditional): 我在聽（你說）
• Hindi: मैं सुन रहा हूँ (मैं सुन रही हूँ, स्त्रीलिंग)
• Arabic: أنا أستمع إليك
• Bengali: শুনছি
• Russian: я слушаю
• Japanese: 聞いているよ - 聞いてます
• Vietnamese: Tôi đang nghe đây
• Korean: 듣고 있어요
• Turkish: dinliyorum
• Urdu: میں سن رہا ہوں
• Indonesian: saya mendengarkan

Example Sentences

I'm listening to your story.

basic

Go ahead, I'm listening.

basic

I'm listening carefully to the teacher.

basic

You look upset. I'm listening if you want to talk about it.

natural

Something on your mind? I'm listening.

natural

Go on, I'm listening, take your time.

natural