Eavesdropper Meaning in English
word
ˈivzˌdrɑpɚ
EEVZ-drah-per
ˈiːvzdɹɒpɐ
EEVZ-drop-uh
Definition
An eavesdropper is a person who secretly listens to other people’s conversations without their knowledge.
Usage & Nuances
'Eavesdropper' is usually negative and implies intrusion or rudeness. Used mostly in formal or neutral contexts. Common with verbs like 'catch an eavesdropper' or 'blame the eavesdropper'. Not often used for accidental overhearing.
Spanish: fisgón - chismoso (escuchando conversaciones)Portuguese (BR): bisbilhoteiro - escutador (de conversa alheia)Portuguese (PT): bisbilhoteiro - escutador (de conversa alheia)Chinese (Simplified): 偷听者Chinese (Traditional): 偷聽者Hindi: चुपचाप सुनने वालाArabic: متنصتBengali: কানপাতলা - গুপ্ত শ্রোতাRussian: подслушивательJapanese: 盗み聞きする人Vietnamese: người nghe lénKorean: 도청자Turkish: kulak misafiri - gizlice dinleyen kişiUrdu: کان لگانے والاIndonesian: penguping
Example Sentences
The eavesdropper hid behind the door.
basic
No one noticed the eavesdropper in the hallway.
basic
The teacher warned students about being an eavesdropper.
basic
I felt like an eavesdropper when I accidentally heard their secret plans.
natural
Don’t be an eavesdropper—if it’s not your business, don’t listen in.
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They caught the eavesdropper hiding behind the curtains during their private discussion.
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