Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mishear
verb
/ˌmɪsˈhɪr/
Definition
To hear something incorrectly or to misunderstand what has been said.
Examples
- She seemed to mishear my instructions, which caused confusion.
- When he spoke softly, it was easy to mishear what he said.
- It’s common to mishear lyrics in songs, especially if they’re sung quickly.
Meaning
Mishear refers to the act of perceiving sounds or words inaccurately, leading to a misunderstanding of the intended message.
Synonyms
- misunderstand
- misinterpret
- mistake
