oír
Oír is a Spanish verb meaning to perceive sound with the ear, to hear, or to listen in a general sense. It can also be used figuratively, as in hearing news or rumors. It is often contrasted with escuchar, which emphasizes paying attention or listening attentively.
Etymology and usage: Oír comes from Latin audire. In everyday Spanish, oír expresses the sense of hearing
Conjugation overview: Oír is irregular in several tenses. Present indicative forms are oigo, oyes, oye, oímos,
Examples: Oí un ruido extraño. No oigo bien sin mis lentes. ¿Oíste aquello? Se oyó un susurro
Notes: In many contexts, oír implies the ability to perceive sound passively, while escuchar implies active