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Difference between Acquirement, Acquisition, Attainment and Accomplishment

Difference between I am listening and I hear what you say

admin Confusing Phrases

I am listening—you have my attention, so speak:

  • Sergius again hesitated. “I am listening,” she said.

I hear what you say—

1. I know what you mean and agree with you:

  • “I think it’s about time for a small revolution!” “I hear what you’re saying.”

2. is used with the implication that a person does not agree with his interlocutor:

  • I hear what you say, and you know why I’m not going to debate that with you again today.