sentire
hear
The Italian word 'sentire' is used in the same way as the English word 'hear'. It describes the action of perceiving sounds through the ear. Like in English, 'sentire' can also be used metaphorically to mean understand or learn something.
Example sentences using: sentire
Mi piacerebbe sentire la tua opinione su questo argomento
I would like to hear your opinion on this subject
In this example, the verb 'sentire' is used in the context of wanting to hear someone's opinion. It translates directly to 'to hear' in English. This phrase can be used in formal or informal conversation.
Dovresti sentire la sua voce
You should hear his voice
In this example, 'sentire' is used in the context of a recommendation or suggestion to someone to hear someone else's voice. It mean 'to hear' in English. This phrase can be used when you want to recommend someone to listen to someone's voice, perhaps because it's beautiful or unique.