hörande

Hörande is a Swedish term derived from the verb höra, meaning to hear. As the present participle, hörande can function as an adjective meaning "listening" and as a noun referring to the act of listening or the act of hearing. In everyday Swedish it is relatively rare outside formal or technical language; in official text it is used to denote a procedural step related to hearing parties before a decision is made.

In legal and administrative contexts, hörande denotes the process by which authorities invite, accept, or examine statements, evidence, or arguments from concerned parties. The concept underscores due process by ensuring that those affected have an opportunity to be heard. Depending on the jurisdiction, hörande can involve written submissions, oral hearings, or both, and it may precede, accompany, or follow a formal decision.

Etymology and related terms: hörande comes from höra. Related Swedish terms include höra, hörsel (the sense of hearing), and öron (the ear).