If a listener hears the words but does not understand the speaker's feelings and purpose, which listening skill is lacking?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Empathetic understanding
Empathetic listening goes beyond hearing words; it tries to understand the speaker’s feelings, viewpoint, intention, and situation. Merely receiving sound is hearing, not complete listening. Making a record or repeating words may support communication, but neither necessarily shows understanding of the speaker’s emotional purpose.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Empathetic understanding
Why is this the correct answer?
Empathetic listening goes beyond hearing words; it tries to understand the speaker’s feelings, viewpoint, intention, and situation. Merely receiving sound is hearing, not complete listening. Making a record or repeating words may support communication, but neither necessarily shows understanding of the speaker’s emotional purpose.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 10 English question. Chapter: First Flight Prose.
