How to Pronounce "listen out"
expression
ˈɫɪsən/ /ˈaʊt
LIS-un OWT
lˈɪsən/ /ˈaʊt
LIS-un OWT
Definition
To pay special attention and listen carefully for a particular sound, word, or signal, usually because you expect or need to notice it.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫɪsən/ /ˈaʊt
British English
lˈɪsən/ /ˈaʊt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LIS-un OWT
UK
LIS-un OWT
Listen in Context
Please listen out for your name during the roll call.
Can you listen out for the doorbell while I'm upstairs?
I'll listen out for your call tonight.
I'll be busy, but I'll listen out in case anyone knocks.